CVE-2026-118418

MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10

Last modified

CVE-2026-118418 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.6.3 does not restrict which database models and columns its public directory-search action may return, nor verify authorisation on it, allowing unauthenticated attackers to read other users' personal data, including email addresses and logins, and private contact-form submissions..

Description

The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.6.3 does not restrict which database models and columns its public directory-search action may return, nor verify authorisation on it, allowing unauthenticated attackers to read other users' personal data, including email addresses and logins, and private contact-form submissions.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
UnknownWP Directory Kit< 1.6.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-118418?
The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.6.3 does not restrict which database models and columns its public directory-search action may return, nor verify authorisation on it, allowing unauthenticated attackers to read other users' personal data, including email addresses and logins, and private contact-form submissions.
How severe is CVE-2026-118418?
CVE-2026-118418 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-118418?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST