CVE-2022-3915
CWE-89Published: December 12, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
The Dokan WordPress plugin before 3.7.6 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by unauthenticated users
Risk Analysis
The Dokan WordPress plugin is susceptible to SQL injection due to improper sanitization of user input. Unauthenticated attackers can exploit this to compromise the database, resulting in a critical risk rating.
No public exploit is currently known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The flaw is remotely exploitable.
Ensure the Dokan plugin is updated to version 3.7.6 or newer.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-3915 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
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Quick Facts
Related CVEs (CWE-89)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-3915 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts