CVE-2026-14189
Deferred Deferred - Pending Action

SQL Injection in WPBot WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-07-27

Last updated on: 2026-07-27

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The WPBot WordPress plugin before 8.5.2 does not validate administrator-configured field identifiers before using them in a SQL query, allowing users with administrator access to perform SQL injection that executes when a visitor triggers a search.

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Published
2026-07-27
Last Modified
2026-07-27
Generated
2026-08-16
AI Q&A
2026-07-27
EPSS Evaluated
2026-08-15
NVD
CVE-2026-14189
EUVD
EUVD-2026-49076

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wpbot wpbot to 8.5.2 (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

The WPBot WordPress plugin before version 8.5.2 has a second-order SQL injection vulnerability. Administrators can inject malicious SQL code into field identifiers without validation. When a visitor triggers a search, the injected SQL executes, allowing unauthorized database access or manipulation.

Detection Guidance

Check if the WPBot plugin version is below 8.5.2. Look for unusual SQL query patterns in logs, especially time delays like SLEEP(6) during search operations. Verify administrator-configured search fields for suspicious SQL code in column names.

Impact Analysis

If you are an administrator, an attacker with admin access could exploit this to execute arbitrary SQL commands on your WordPress database. Visitors could trigger malicious queries, leading to data theft, database corruption, or unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or exposure of personal data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WPBot plugin to version 8.5.2 or later immediately. Remove any administrator-configured search fields containing SQL code. Monitor database logs for unauthorized SQL queries or delays.

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