PatchTheCVECVE-2022-2958: The BadgeOS WordPress plugin before 3.7.1.3 does not sanitise and escape parameters before using them in SQL s
CVE-2022-2958 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting badgos. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The BadgeOS WordPress plugin before 3.7.1.3 does not sanitise and escape parameters before using them in SQL statements via AJAX actions available to any authenticated users, leading to SQL Injections
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 29%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2022-09-19 |
| 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-2022-2958?
badgos: upgrade to 3.7.1.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-2958 being exploited?
CVE-2022-2958 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-2022-2958 affect?
CVE-2022-2958 affects badgos. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The BadgeOS WordPress plugin before 3.7.1.3 does not sanitise and escape parameters before using them in SQL statements via AJAX actions available to any authenticated users, leading to SQL Injections
How urgent is CVE-2022-2958?
Priority 53/100. High severity; Public exploit reference