Vulnerability Description
The WP HTML Mail WordPress plugin is vulnerable to unauthorized access which allows unauthenticated attackers to retrieve and modify theme settings due to a missing capability check on the /themesettings REST-API endpoint found in the ~/includes/class-template-designer.php file, in versions up to and including 3.0.9. This makes it possible for attackers with no privileges to execute the endpoint and add malicious JavaScript to a vulnerable WordPress site.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Codemiq | Wordpress Email Template Designer | <= 3.0.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2656984/wp-html-mail/trunk/includesPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2022/01/unauthenticated-xss-vulnerability-patchedExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2656984/wp-html-mail/trunk/includesPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2022/01/unauthenticated-xss-vulnerability-patchedExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-0218?
CVE-2022-0218 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.3 (HIGH). The WP HTML Mail WordPress plugin is vulnerable to unauthorized access which allows unauthenticated attackers to retrieve and modify theme settings due to a missing capability check on the /themesetti...
How severe is CVE-2022-0218?
CVE-2022-0218 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-0218?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Codemiq Wordpress Email Template Designer.