CVE-2022-4774
Published: May 15, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
The Bit Form WordPress plugin before 1.9 does not validate the file types uploaded via it's file upload form field, allowing unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary files types such as PHP or HTML files to the server, leading to Remote Code Execution.
Risk Analysis
The Bit Form WordPress plugin fails to validate file types during uploads, allowing unauthenticated users to upload malicious files such as PHP scripts. This leads to remote code execution and is rated as a critical risk with a CVSS score of 9.8.
No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Update the Bit Form plugin to version 1.9 or later. Ensure that file upload directories are configured to prevent the execution of scripts.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-4774 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-4774 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts