SQL Injection Vulnerability in PublishPress Authors Plugin by PublishPress
CVE-2025-26886

7.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
PublisHPress Authors
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 March 2025

What is CVE-2025-26886?

An SQL Injection vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate database queries through improperly neutralized special characters in user-supplied data. In the context of the PublishPress Authors plugin, this flaw can be exploited by malicious users, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data leaks, or other database-related attacks. It's crucial for users of the affected versions to apply security patches and ensure proper input sanitation to safeguard their WordPress sites.

Affected Version(s)

PublishPress Authors 0 <= 4.7.3

References

https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/publishp...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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