SQL Injection Vulnerability in WP w3all phpBB Integration Plugin
CVE-2026-73998

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
20 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-73998?

The WP w3all phpBB Integration Plugin for WordPress is susceptible to a SQL injection vulnerability that affects versions up to 3.0.5. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate database queries by injecting malicious SQL code, potentially compromising the integrity of the database and exposing sensitive data. Users of the affected plugin should apply necessary updates or patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

WP w3all phpBB <= 3.0.5

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Khanh Nguyen | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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