CVE-2026-16589
WP Directory Kit < 1.5.5 - Subscriber+ SQL Injection via data_fields_list Parameter
- State
- Published
- Severity
- 7.7 High
- Published
- Aug 8, 2026
- Updated
- Aug 11, 2026
- Reserved
- Jul 22, 2026
Description
The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.5.5 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement through one of its authenticated AJAX actions, which lacks authorization and nonce checks, allowing any authenticated user such as a Subscriber to perform SQL injection attacks.
Scores
| CVSS | Score | Vector | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 | 7.7 High | CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N | CISA-ADP |
Weaknesses
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
WP Directory KitUnknown |
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References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6ee8c3b7-5ffe-4b9e-877a-ea3e1924e8d3/exploitvdb-entrytechnical-description
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