CVE-2022-47149:Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the WordPress Pretty Links plugin versions up to 3.4.0, which could allow an attacker to perform actions on behalf of an authenticated user when the user is tricked into visiting a malicious page.

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Pretty Links, a WordPress plugin, contains a CSRF vulnerability in all releases up to and including version 3.4.0. The weakness can enable an attacker to induce a logged-in user to perform unintended actions on the site, potentially affecting link management features such as affiliate links, branding, or tracking. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.3 (medium) with no confidentiality impact, low integrity impact, and no availability impact; exploitation requires the user to interact with a malicious page, and the attack vector is network. A fixed version is 3.4.1 or newer, which mitigates the issue.

Overview

The vulnerability is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) flaw in the WordPress Pretty Links plugin up to version 3.4.0. It can allow an attacker to cause authenticated users to execute unintended actions through forged requests, potentially impacting link management functionality. The issue has been addressed in version 3.4.1 and later.

Remediation

  • Update the Pretty Links plugin to version 3.4.1 or newer immediately.
  • If updating is not possible, temporarily disable or deactivate the plugin to reduce exposure.
  • Ensure WordPress core and all plugins are kept up to date and review the site after applying the update to verify normal functionality.
  • Back up the site before applying updates.
  • After patching, monitor for unusual activity and review user accounts for unauthorized access; enforce least-privilege access where applicable.

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Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services: Low
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction: Low
    Construction
  6. Educational Services: Low
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance: Low
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance: Low
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information: Low
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises: Low
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing: Low
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining: Low
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration: Low
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade: Low
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing: Low
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities: Low
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade: Low
    Wholesale Trade

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