CVE-2022-29454: WordPress Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.9.148 - Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability

Published Jul 20, 2022
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Updated

Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in WordPlus Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.9.148 at WordPress allows attackers to upload files. File attachment to messages must be activated.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WordPlus Better Messages Wordpress<1.9.9.149

Event History

Jul 20, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:36 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-29454?

CVE-2022-29454 is classified as a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability that can have a medium severity impact.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-29454?

To mitigate CVE-2022-29454, update the WordPlus Better Messages plugin to version 1.9.9.149 or later.

3

What impact does CVE-2022-29454 have on affected systems?

CVE-2022-29454 allows attackers to exploit the vulnerability to upload files on systems running vulnerable versions of the plugin.

4

Which versions of the WordPlus Better Messages plugin are affected by CVE-2022-29454?

CVE-2022-29454 affects WordPlus Better Messages plugin versions up to and including 1.9.9.148.

5

What mitigation strategies can be employed besides updating for CVE-2022-29454?

Besides updating, consider disabling file attachments to messages until the plugin is secured against the vulnerability.

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