Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This vulnerability affects the WordPress OSM – OpenStreetMap plugin, reported for versions up to 6.0.1. It is a CSRF flaw: a targeted user could be tricked into making an unwanted site change. The public record rates it medium, with limited integrity impact and no evidence here of active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat as a scheduled remediation item, not an emergency, unless the plugin is used on sensitive or heavily administered WordPress sites. Prioritize inventory first because exposure depends on a specific plugin and version.
Technical view
CVE-2022-30544 is CWE-352 Cross-Site Request Forgery in MiKa's OSM – OpenStreetMap WordPress plugin. CVSS 3.1 is 4.3: network reachable, low complexity, no attacker privileges, user interaction required, and low integrity impact. The bundle does not identify a specific endpoint, fixed version, or exploit details.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely on WordPress sites with the OSM – OpenStreetMap plugin installed at version 6.0.1 or earlier. Sites without this plugin are not indicated as exposed. The provided affected-version metadata is limited, so inventory confirmation matters.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as CISA KEV in the provided bundle. The available sources support a CSRF issue requiring user interaction, but do not provide evidence of active exploitation, public exploit availability, or weaponized campaigns.
Researcher notes
The source bundle lacks endpoint-level detail, fixed-version metadata, and exploitation evidence. Validation should focus on asset inventory, version confirmation, and vendor advisory review rather than attempting offensive reproduction.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the OSM – OpenStreetMap plugin and record installed versions.
- Check vendor or Patchstack guidance for the fixed version before changing production systems.
- Update the plugin if an official fixed release is available.
- Disable or remove the plugin where it is unused or cannot be safely updated.
- Limit administrative sessions and review WordPress anti-CSRF protections around plugin settings.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether each WordPress site has the OSM – OpenStreetMap plugin installed.
- Compare installed versions against the reported vulnerable range: 6.0.1 or earlier.
- Review plugin release notes or vendor advisories for remediation status.
- Check change logs and admin activity for unexpected plugin configuration changes.
- Document whether mitigation was update, removal, or accepted risk.
Public sources used
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Conservative CVE-to-ATT&CK context
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CWE-352: User-session and phishing behavior lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Medium
- CVSS
- 4.3 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N2.81.4Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
4.3MediumVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Source materials
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CWE details
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Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.