CVE-2022-41155
NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: November 19, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Block BYPASS vulnerability in iQ Block Country plugin <= 1.2.18 on WordPress.
Risk Analysis
The iQ Block Country plugin for WordPress contains a block bypass vulnerability. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this critical flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to circumvent security controls, making it a high priority for remediation.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable due to its network-based attack vector and low complexity.
Update the iQ Block Country plugin to a version beyond 1.2.18. Ensure all WordPress plugins are kept up to date to prevent unauthorized access.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-41155 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-41155 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts