CVE-2026-16593
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CVE-2026-16593 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin through 1.5.7 does not sanitize and escape some widget settings before using them in a SQL statement, allowing authenticated users with access to the page builder (Editor and above) to perform SQL injection attacks that execute when the affected page is rendered.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin through 1.5.7 does not sanitize and escape some widget settings before using them in a SQL statement, allowing authenticated users with access to the page builder (Editor and above) to perform SQL injection attacks that execute when the affected page is rendered.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | WP Directory Kit | <= 1.5.7 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
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