PatchTheCVECVE-2022-2593: The Better Search Replace WordPress plugin before 1.4.1 does not properly sanitise and escape table data befor
CVE-2022-2593 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting better search replace. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Better Search Replace WordPress plugin before 1.4.1 does not properly sanitise and escape table data before inserting it into a SQL query, which could allow high privilege users to perform SQL Injection attacks
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.4% (top 28%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| 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-2022-2593?
better search replace: upgrade to 1.4.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-2593 being exploited?
CVE-2022-2593 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-2022-2593 affect?
CVE-2022-2593 affects better search replace. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). The Better Search Replace WordPress plugin before 1.4.1 does not properly sanitise and escape table data before inserting it into a SQL query, which could allow high privilege users to perform SQL Injection attacks
How urgent is CVE-2022-2593?
Priority 48/100. High severity; Public exploit reference