CVE-2022-4236: Welcart e-Commerce < 2.8.5 - Subscriber+ Arbitrary File Access
First published: Mon Jan 02 2023(Updated: )
The Welcart e-Commerce WordPress plugin before 2.8.5 does not validate user input before using it to output the content of a file via an AJAX action available to any authenticated users, which could allow users with a role as low as subscriber to read arbitrary files on the server.
Credit: contact@wpscan.com contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Collne Welcart | <2.8.5 | |
| Welcart Plugin | <2.8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-4236.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-4236?
The severity of CVE-2022-4236 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
Which software is affected by CVE-2022-4236?
The Welcart e-Commerce WordPress plugin before version 2.8.5 is affected by CVE-2022-4236.
What is the impact of CVE-2022-4236?
CVE-2022-4236 allows users with a role as low as subscriber to read arbitrary files on the server.
How can I fix CVE-2022-4236?
To fix CVE-2022-4236, update the Welcart e-Commerce WordPress plugin to version 2.8.5 or later.
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