CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-40219: WordPress FavIcon Switcher plugin <= 1.2.11 - Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability

First published: Wed Sep 21 2022(Updated: )

Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in SedLex FavIcon Switcher plugin <= 1.2.11 at WordPress allows plugin settings change.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sedlex Favicon-switcher<=1.2.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-40219?

    CVE-2022-40219 has a medium severity level, indicating potential risk to affected users.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-40219?

    To fix CVE-2022-40219, update the SedLex Favicon Switcher plugin to version 1.2.12 or later.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2022-40219?

    CVE-2022-40219 allows an attacker to change plugin settings without user consent through CSRF.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-40219?

    CVE-2022-40219 affects SedLex Favicon Switcher plugin versions up to and including 1.2.11.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2022-40219?

    Users of the SedLex Favicon Switcher plugin in WordPress environments are affected by CVE-2022-40219.

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