CVE-2022-3359: Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme < 2.10.7 - PHP Objection Injection

Published Dec 12, 2022
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Updated

The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme WordPress plugin before 2.10.7 unserializes the content of an imported file, which could lead to PHP object injection when a user imports (intentionally or not) a malicious file and a suitable gadget chain is present on the blog.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Averta Shortcodes and Extra Features for Phlox Theme<2.10.7

Event History

Dec 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:54 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-3359.

2

What is the title of the vulnerability?

The title of the vulnerability is 'The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme WordPress plugin before 2.10.7 unserializes the co…'.

3

What is the description of the vulnerability?

The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme WordPress plugin before 2.10.7 unserializes the content of an imported file, which could lead to PHP object injection when a user imports (intentionally or not) a malicious file and a suitable gadget chain is present on the blog.

4

What is the affected software?

The affected software is 'Averta Shortcodes And Extra Features For Phlox Theme' WordPress plugin before version 2.10.7.

5

What is the severity of the vulnerability?

The severity of the vulnerability is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

6

What is the CWE number associated with the vulnerability?

The CWE number associated with the vulnerability is CWE-502.

7

Where can I find more information about the vulnerability?

You can find more information about the vulnerability at the following reference: [https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/08f3ce22-94a0-496a-aaf9-d35b6b0f5bb6](https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/08f3ce22-94a0-496a-aaf9-d35b6b0f5bb6)

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