SQL Injection Vulnerability in WP Directory Kit by WordPress
CVE-2026-42672

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
WP Directory Kit
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-42672?

An SQL Injection vulnerability exists in the WP Directory Kit allowing attackers to exploit improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands. This weakness can lead to Blind SQL Injection, enabling malicious users to execute unauthorized SQL queries on the database, potentially compromising sensitive data and the integrity of the web application. Users are advised to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

WP Directory Kit <= 1.5.1

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/wpdirect...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.3
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

daroo | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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