Vulnerability Description
The WP Import Export WordPress plugin (both free and premium versions) is vulnerable to unauthenticated sensitive data disclosure due to a missing capability check on the download function wpie_process_file_download found in the ~/includes/classes/class-wpie-general.php file. This made it possible for unauthenticated attackers to download any imported or exported information from a vulnerable site which can contain sensitive information like user data. This affects versions up to, and including, 3.9.15.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vjinfotech | Wp Import Export | <= 3.9.15 |
| Vjinfotech | Wp Import Export Lite | <= 3.9.15 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/qurbat/CVE-2022-0236ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2649762/wp-import-export-lite/trunkPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-0236Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/qurbat/CVE-2022-0236ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2649762/wp-import-export-lite/trunkPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-0236Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-0236?
CVE-2022-0236 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The WP Import Export WordPress plugin (both free and premium versions) is vulnerable to unauthenticated sensitive data disclosure due to a missing capability check on the download function wpie_proces...
How severe is CVE-2022-0236?
CVE-2022-0236 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-0236?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vjinfotech Wp Import Export, Vjinfotech Wp Import Export Lite.