Is CVE-2022-46809 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-46809 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-46809 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-46809 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-46809?

CVE-2022-46809 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-46809

CWE-1236Published: November 7, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File vulnerability in WPDeveloper ReviewX – Multi-criteria Rating & Reviews for WooCommerce.This issue affects ReviewX – Multi-criteria Rating & Reviews for WooCommerce: from n/a through 1.6.7.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The ReviewX plugin for WooCommerce is vulnerable to CSV injection, where malicious formula elements are not properly neutralized. This critical flaw, rated 9.8, could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands when a generated CSV file is opened.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the ReviewX plugin to the latest available version. Users should exercise caution when opening CSV files generated by untrusted sources.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-46809 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.