PatchTheCVECVE-2022-4374: The Bg Bible References WordPress plugin through 3.8.14 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before output
CVE-2022-4374 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.1) affecting bg bible references. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Bg Bible References WordPress plugin through 3.8.14 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.1 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 54%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2023-01-09 |
| 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-2022-4374?
bg bible references: upgrade to newer than 3.18.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-4374 being exploited?
CVE-2022-4374 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-2022-4374 affect?
CVE-2022-4374 affects bg bible references. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.1). The Bg Bible References WordPress plugin through 3.8.14 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting.
How urgent is CVE-2022-4374?
Priority 38/100. Public exploit reference