PatchTheCVECVE-2022-2123: The WP Opt-in WordPress plugin through 1.4.1 is vulnerable to CSRF which allows changed plugin settings and ca
CVE-2022-2123 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting wp opt-in. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The WP Opt-in WordPress plugin through 1.4.1 is vulnerable to CSRF which allows changed plugin settings and can be used for sending spam emails.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 63%) |
| 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-2022-2123?
wp opt-in: upgrade to newer than 1.4.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-2123 being exploited?
CVE-2022-2123 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-2022-2123 affect?
CVE-2022-2123 affects wp opt-in. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). The WP Opt-in WordPress plugin through 1.4.1 is vulnerable to CSRF which allows changed plugin settings and can be used for sending spam emails.
How urgent is CVE-2022-2123?
Priority 29/100. Public exploit reference