PatchTheCVECVE-2022-3677: The Advanced Import WordPress plugin before 1.3.8 does not have CSRF check when installing and activating plug
CVE-2022-3677 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting advanced import. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Advanced Import WordPress plugin before 1.3.8 does not have CSRF check when installing and activating plugins, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin install arbitrary plugins from WordPress.org, and activate arbitrary ones from the blog via CSRF attacks
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 | 0.4% (top 69%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2022-12-05 |
| 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-2022-3677?
advanced import: upgrade to 1.3.8. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-3677 being exploited?
CVE-2022-3677 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-2022-3677 affect?
CVE-2022-3677 affects advanced import. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). The Advanced Import WordPress plugin before 1.3.8 does not have CSRF check when installing and activating plugins, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin install arbitrary plugins from WordPress.org, and activate arbitrary on
How urgent is CVE-2022-3677?
Priority 36/100. Public exploit reference