Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in AAWP WordPress Plugin
CVE-2022-50970

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
WordPress Plugin AaWP
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2022-50970?

The AAWP WordPress plugin version 3.16 is susceptible to a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This flaw allows authenticated users to be targeted by attackers who can manipulate the 'tab' parameter within the aawp-settings admin page. By crafting specific URLs containing malicious scripts, an attacker could execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of authenticated sessions, potentially leading to session hijacking or other malicious activities. To mitigate this risk, it is crucial for users to update to a secure version of the plugin and implement best practices for web application security.

Affected Version(s)

WordPress Plugin AAWP 3.16

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2022-50970 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50643
exploit
https://getaawp.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/wordpress-plugin-aaw...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Andrea Bocchetti
.