PatchTheCVECVE-2022-4230: The WP Statistics WordPress plugin before 13.2.9 does not escape a parameter, which could allow authenticated
CVE-2022-4230 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting wp statistics. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The WP Statistics WordPress plugin before 13.2.9 does not escape a parameter, which could allow authenticated users to perform SQL Injection attacks. By default, the affected feature is available to users with the manage_options capability (admin+), however the plugin has a settings to allow low privilege users to access it as well.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 2%: very likely to be exploited
- 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 | 35.7% (top 2%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2023-01-23 |
| 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-2022-4230?
wp statistics: upgrade to 13.2.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-4230 being exploited?
CVE-2022-4230 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-2022-4230 affect?
CVE-2022-4230 affects wp statistics. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The WP Statistics WordPress plugin before 13.2.9 does not escape a parameter, which could allow authenticated users to perform SQL Injection attacks. By default, the affected feature is available to users with the manage_options capability
How urgent is CVE-2022-4230?
Priority 60/100. High severity; EPSS top 2%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference
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