WordPress Advanced Custom Fields Plugin 3.1.1-6.0.2 is vulnerable to Sensitive Data Exposure
CVE-2022-40696
3.7LOW
Key Information:
- Vendor
WordPress
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 8 January 2024
What is CVE-2022-40696?
An information exposure vulnerability exists in WP Engine’s Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) plugin, which permits unauthorized actors to access sensitive information. This issue affects versions ranging from 3.1.1 to 6.0.2, potentially allowing attackers to retrieve custom field values that should remain confidential. It is crucial for users of these specific versions to assess their security measures and implement necessary updates or patches to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)
Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) 3.1.1 <= 6.0.2
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
3.7
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Credit
Juan Hoffmann (Patchstack Alliance)