CVE-2022-4548 Optimize images ALT Text (alt tag) & names for SEO using AI < 2.0.8 - Settings Update via CSRF

Medium 6.5 Published Updated

Attackers can force logged-in admins to change plugin settings via CSRF, requiring an upgrade to the latest version.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2022-4548?

CVE-2022-4548 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Unknown Optimize images ALT Text (alt tag) & names for SEO using AI, published on 23 Jan 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

The Optimize images ALT Text & names for SEO using AI WordPress plugin before 2.0.8 does not have CSRF check in place when updating its settings, which could allow attackers to make a logged-in admin change them via a CSRF attack.

Weakness: CWE-352

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-4548?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Imageseo Optimize Images Alt Text \(Alt Tag\) \& Names for Seo Using Ai.

How do I fix CVE-2022-4548?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-4548 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2022-4548 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-4548 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-436r-7p9m-wm47.

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