CVE-2026-39497
Blind SQL Injection in RealMag777 FOX WooCommerce Currency Switcher
Publication date: 2026-04-08
Last updated on: 2026-04-10
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| realmag777 | woocommerce_currency_switcher | to 1.4.5 (inc) |
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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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AI Powered Q&A
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
CVE-2026-39497 is a SQL Injection vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to the plugin's database, potentially leading to data theft or unauthorized data access.
Such unauthorized access to sensitive data can impact compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which require the protection of personal and sensitive information from breaches.
Failure to mitigate this vulnerability could result in exposure of protected data, thereby violating these standards and regulations.
Therefore, addressing this vulnerability by updating the plugin to version 1.4.6 or later is important to maintain compliance with common data protection requirements.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-39497 is a SQL Injection vulnerability found in the WordPress FOX Plugin versions up to and including 1.4.5. This vulnerability allows a malicious actor to perform Blind SQL Injection attacks, which means they can send specially crafted SQL commands to the plugin's database without seeing the direct output.
Exploiting this vulnerability requires at least shop manager or developer privileges. The attacker can potentially interact with the database in unauthorized ways, which could lead to unauthorized data access or theft.
The issue was patched in version 1.4.6, and users are advised to update to this or later versions to mitigate the risk.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing an attacker with sufficient privileges to execute unauthorized SQL commands on your plugin's database.
Such unauthorized access can lead to data theft or unauthorized data manipulation, potentially compromising sensitive information stored in the database.
Although classified as moderate to high risk with a CVSS score of 7.6, the vulnerability is considered low priority by Patchstack due to its limited impact and the requirement for elevated privileges to exploit.
However, SQL Injection vulnerabilities are often targeted in mass-exploit campaigns, so immediate patching or mitigation is recommended to avoid potential exploitation.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate step to mitigate this vulnerability is to update the FOX WordPress plugin to version 1.4.6 or later, as the issue was patched in that release.
If updating is not immediately possible, seek assistance from your hosting provider or developers to apply mitigation measures.
Patchstack also offers mitigation services including auto-updates for vulnerable plugins, which can help reduce risk.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability is a Blind SQL Injection in the RealMag777 FOX woocommerce-currency-switcher plugin up to version 1.4.5. Detection typically involves testing the plugin's input fields or parameters that interact with the database for SQL injection flaws.
Common detection methods include sending specially crafted payloads to the plugin's input points and observing the responses for anomalies or delays indicative of Blind SQL Injection.
Specific commands or tools that can be used include:
- Using sqlmap to test the vulnerable URL or parameter: sqlmap -u "http://example.com/?param=value" --batch --level=5 --risk=3
- Manually testing with payloads such as ' OR SLEEP(5)-- to check for time delays in responses.
- Using curl or wget to send requests with SQL injection payloads and analyzing the response times or error messages.
It is important to have at least shop manager or developer privileges to fully test this vulnerability, as exploitation requires such access.
The best mitigation is to update the plugin to version 1.4.6 or later.