CVE-2022-3380: Customizer Export/Import < 0.9.5 - Admin+ PHP Objection Injection

Published Oct 31, 2022
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Updated

The Customizer Export/Import WordPress plugin before 0.9.5 unserializes the content of an imported file, which could lead to PHP object injection issues when an admin imports (intentionally or not) a malicious file and a suitable gadget chain is present on the blog.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Wpbeaverbuilder Customizer Export\/import Wordpress<0.9.5
Fastlinemedia Customizer Export\/import Wordpress<0.9.5

Event History

Oct 31, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3380?

CVE-2022-3380 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for PHP object injection when importing malicious files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-3380?

To fix CVE-2022-3380, update the Customizer Export/Import WordPress plugin to version 0.9.5 or later.

3

What causes CVE-2022-3380?

CVE-2022-3380 is caused by the plugin's practice of unserializing imported file content without proper validation.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2022-3380?

Any WordPress site using the Customizer Export/Import plugin prior to version 0.9.5 is affected by CVE-2022-3380.

5

Can I safely use the Customizer Export/Import plugin if I have an older version?

It is not safe to use the Customizer Export/Import plugin in older versions due to the risk of PHP object injection as outlined in CVE-2022-3380.

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