CVE-2022-4447
Fontsy <= 1.8.6 - Multiple Unauthenticated SQLi
Record summary
CVE-2022-4447 has a selected CVSS score of 9.8 (critical); EIP currently links 1 Nuclei template.
Description
The Fontsy WordPress plugin through 1.8.6 does not properly sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement via an AJAX action available to unauthenticated users, leading to a SQL injection.
Exploitation context
Known exploitation
- VulnCheck KEV
- Listed · Jan 22, 2024 · VulnCheck
- Reported exploitation
- Observed · VulnCheck
Available material
- Nuclei templates
- 1
CISA SSVC decision
CISA Coordinator · SSVC 2.0.3 · Evaluated Apr 8, 2025 · Source: CVE List
Affected products and versions
2| Product | Source | Version range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
FontsyDefault status: affected | CVE List | Through 1.8.6 | affected |
| VulnCheck | Version data not supplied | ||
Nuclei templates
1ProjectDiscoveryCRITICALWordPress Fontsy <=1.8.6 - SQL InjectionCVSS 9.8
WordPress Fontsy plugin through 1.8.6 is susceptible to SQL injection. The plugin does not properly sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement via an AJAX action. An attacker can possibly obtain sensitive information, modify data, and/or execute unauthorized administrative operations in the context of the affected site.
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data leakage, or further compromise of the WordPress site.
Remediation
Update the Fontsy plugin to the latest version (>=1.8.7) or apply the vendor-provided patch to mitigate the SQL Injection vulnerability.
Source: ProjectDiscovery