CVE-2022-36376: Rank Math SEO plugin vulnerable to Server-Side Request Forgery

Published Sep 9, 2022
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Updated

Rank Math SEO plugin vulnerable to Server-Side Request Forgery

Other sources

Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Rank Math SEO plugin <= 1.0.95 at WordPress.

Affected Software

3 affected components
rankmath Seo Wordpress<=1.0.95
composer/rankmath/seo-by-rank-math<=1.0.95
composer/rankmath/seo-by-rank-math<=1.0.95

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Rank Math SEO plugin to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.0.95.1

Event History

Sep 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:39 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 10, 2022
Advisory Published
via GitHub·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via GitHub·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Packagist·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-36376?

CVE-2022-36376 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to execute unauthorized requests on behalf of the server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-36376?

To fix CVE-2022-36376, update the Rank Math SEO plugin to version 1.0.96 or later.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2022-36376?

CVE-2022-36376 affects WordPress systems using Rank Math SEO plugin versions up to and including 1.0.95.

4

Can CVE-2022-36376 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-36376 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to make unauthorized requests to internal systems.

5

What potential impact does CVE-2022-36376 have on a website?

The impact of CVE-2022-36376 could lead to data exposure, unauthorized actions, or denial of service on the affected WordPress site.

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