PatchTheCVECVE-2022-2172: The LinkWorth WordPress plugin before 3.3.4 does not implement nonce checks, which could allow attackers to ma
CVE-2022-2172 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting linkworth. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The LinkWorth WordPress plugin before 3.3.4 does not implement nonce checks, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change settings via a CSRF attack.
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 67%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-352 |
| Published | 2022-08-22 |
| 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-2022-2172?
linkworth: upgrade to 3.3.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-2172 being exploited?
CVE-2022-2172 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-2022-2172 affect?
CVE-2022-2172 affects linkworth. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). The LinkWorth WordPress plugin before 3.3.4 does not implement nonce checks, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change settings via a CSRF attack.
How urgent is CVE-2022-2172?
Priority 28/100. Public exploit reference