PatchTheCVECVE-2022-2091: The Cache Images WordPress plugin before 3.2.1 does not implement nonce checks, which could allow attackers to
CVE-2022-2091 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting cache images. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Cache Images WordPress plugin before 3.2.1 does not implement nonce checks, which could allow attackers to make any logged user upload images via a CSRF attack.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 56%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-352 |
| Published | 2022-07-11 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2022-2091?
cache images: upgrade to 3.2.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-2091 being exploited?
CVE-2022-2091 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2022-2091 affect?
CVE-2022-2091 affects cache images. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). The Cache Images WordPress plugin before 3.2.1 does not implement nonce checks, which could allow attackers to make any logged user upload images via a CSRF attack.
How urgent is CVE-2022-2091?
Priority 39/100. Public exploit reference