CVE-2026-12395
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SQL Injection in WP Job Portal WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-07-16

Last updated on: 2026-07-16

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The WP Job Portal WordPress plugin before 2.5.5 does not properly sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL query, allowing authenticated users with a subscriber-level (self-registerable) account to perform SQL injection attacks.

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Published
2026-07-16
Last Modified
2026-07-16
Generated
2026-08-05
AI Q&A
2026-07-16
EPSS Evaluated
2026-08-04
NVD
CVE-2026-12395
EUVD
EUVD-2026-44872

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_job_portal wp_job_portal to 2.5.5 (exc)

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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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a SQL injection flaw in the WP Job Portal WordPress plugin before version 2.5.5. It occurs because the plugin does not properly sanitize and escape the 'ta' parameter in the Applied Resumes functionality. This allows authenticated users with subscriber-level access to inject malicious SQL code into queries.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check if your WP Job Portal plugin version is below 2.5.5. Use WordPress admin to view the plugin version or run the command: wp plugin list --name=wp-job-portal. If vulnerable, inspect network traffic for SQL-like payloads in the 'ta' parameter of Applied Resumes functionality.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with subscriber access could exploit this to manipulate the database, potentially stealing sensitive data, modifying records, or gaining unauthorized access to the WordPress site. The impact includes data breaches, unauthorized data changes, or complete database compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR and HIPAA by exposing or allowing unauthorized access to personal or health data. GDPR requires protection of personal data, while HIPAA mandates safeguards for health information. A breach could result in legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the WP Job Portal plugin to version 2.5.5 or later. If updating is not possible, disable the plugin until patched. Review user accounts to ensure no unauthorized subscriber-level access exists. Monitor database queries for suspicious activity.

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