CVE-2022-33970 HIGH

CVE-2022-33970: WordPress Shortcode Addons plugin <= 3.1.2 - Authenticated WordPress Options Change vulnerability

Vendor Biplob018
Product Shortcode Addons (WordPress plugin)
Weakness CWE-264
Published July 27, 2022
Last update April 28, 2026
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CVSS base score

7.2/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required High
User interaction None
Confidentiality High
Integrity High

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Authenticated WordPress Options Change vulnerability in Biplob018 Shortcode Addons plugin <= 3.1.2 at WordPress.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

The Shortcode Addons WordPress plugin through version 3.1.2 contains an access control vulnerability that allows high-privileged users to read sensitive data, modify site content, or disrupt service. The vulnerability requires administrator-level access to exploit and does not involve user interaction. Site owners should update to a version newer than 3.1.2 immediately.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Read sensitive data, modify site content, or disrupt service availability.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Administrators with malicious intent or compromised admin accounts can access confidential data and alter site functionality.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have administrator-level access to the WordPress site.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

July 27, 2022 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated

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