PatchTheCVECVE-2022-3856: The Comic Book Management System WordPress plugin before 2.2.0 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before
CVE-2022-3856 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting comic book management system. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Comic Book Management System WordPress plugin before 2.2.0 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by users with a role as low as Admin.
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 | 1.0% (top 36%) |
| 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-2022-3856?
comic book management system: upgrade to 2.2.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-3856 being exploited?
CVE-2022-3856 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-2022-3856 affect?
CVE-2022-3856 affects comic book management system. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). The Comic Book Management System WordPress plugin before 2.2.0 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by users with a role as low as Admin.
How urgent is CVE-2022-3856?
Priority 46/100. High severity; Public exploit reference