CVE-2026-22850
Arbitrary SQL Injection in Koko Analytics Plugin Enables Database Compromise
Publication date: 2026-01-19
Last updated on: 2026-03-09
Assigner: GitHub, Inc.
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| ibericode | koko_analytics | to 2.1.3 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-89 | The product constructs all or part of an SQL command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended SQL command when it is sent to a downstream component. Without sufficient removal or quoting of SQL syntax in user-controllable inputs, the generated SQL query can cause those inputs to be interpreted as SQL instead of ordinary user data. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-22850 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Koko Analytics plugin for WordPress versions prior to 2.1.3. Unauthenticated users can submit arbitrary path and referrer values to a public tracking endpoint, which are stored verbatim in the database. When an administrator exports analytics data, these unescaped values are embedded directly into SQL INSERT statements, allowing crafted input to break out of the intended SQL structure and inject arbitrary SQL commands. During import, the plugin executes SQL statements from uploaded files without proper validation, enabling execution of malicious SQL. Authenticated users with import permissions can also upload arbitrary SQL files for execution. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands on the WordPress database, potentially deleting critical tables, creating backdoor admin accounts, or escalating privileges. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to arbitrary SQL execution on your WordPress database. Attackers can delete critical tables such as wp_users, insert backdoor administrator accounts, escalate privileges, or perform other destructive or unauthorized actions. Exploitation requires public access to the tracking endpoint and either administrator involvement in exporting/importing poisoned data or an authenticated user with import permissions. The impact is severe, potentially compromising the entire WordPress site and its data integrity. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
To detect this vulnerability, monitor for unusual or suspicious SQL statements being executed on the WordPress database, especially those involving the Koko Analytics tables. Look for unexpected SQL commands in import/export operations or uploads of .sql files by users with manage_koko_analytics capability. Additionally, check for HTTP requests to the public tracking endpoint with suspicious 'pa' (path) or 'r' (referrer) parameters containing SQL injection payloads. While no specific commands are provided, you can use database query logs or WordPress debug logs to identify suspicious queries, and network monitoring tools to inspect requests to the tracking endpoint. [1, 3]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include upgrading Koko Analytics to version 2.1.3 or later, which patches the vulnerability by properly escaping path and referrer values during export, validating and restricting SQL statements during import, and validating input data rigorously. Additionally, restrict import permissions to trusted administrators, avoid importing arbitrary SQL files, and monitor for suspicious activity on the tracking endpoint. If upgrading immediately is not possible, avoid exporting and importing analytics data until patched. [1, 3]