SQL Injection Vulnerability in WP Directory Kit Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-18474
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Key Information:
- Vendor
WordPress
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 12 August 2026
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2026-18474?
The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin is susceptible to SQL injection due to insufficient sanitization and escaping of parameters used in SQL statements. This vulnerability enables unauthenticated users to manipulate the database by exploiting a non-default search field type, potentially leading to unauthorized data exposure or alteration.
Affected Version(s)
WP Directory Kit 0 < 1.5.6
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.