Vulnerability Description
The Link Optimizer Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Cross-Site Scripting in versions up to, and including 1.4.5. This is due to missing nonce validation on the admin_page function found in the ~/admin.php file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify the plugin's settings and inject malicious web scripts via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Link Optimizer Lite Project | Link Optimizer Lite | <= 1.4.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/link-optimizer-lite/1.4.5/admin.php#LPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ca64692b-b194-4ceb-975
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-2540Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/link-optimizer-lite/1.4.5/admin.php#LPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ca64692b-b194-4ceb-975
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-2540Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-2540?
CVE-2022-2540 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Link Optimizer Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Cross-Site Scripting in versions up to, and including 1.4.5. This is due to missing nonce validation on the ...
How severe is CVE-2022-2540?
CVE-2022-2540 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-2540?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Link Optimizer Lite Project Link Optimizer Lite.