CVE-2026-12248
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Publication date: 2026-08-15

Last updated on: 2026-08-15

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The WPML Multilingual CMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'sorting' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 4.9.5 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with translator-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.

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Published
2026-08-15
Last Modified
2026-08-15
Generated
2026-08-15
AI Q&A
2026-08-15
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-12248
EUVD
EUVD-2026-59608

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wpml multilingual_cms to 4.9.5 (inc)

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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 is a SQL Injection vulnerability in the WPML Multilingual CMS plugin for WordPress. It occurs due to insufficient escaping of the 'sorting' parameter and lack of proper SQL query preparation in versions up to 4.9.5. Authenticated attackers with translator-level access or higher can inject malicious SQL queries to extract sensitive database information.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability requires authenticated access with translator-level permissions or higher. To detect it, inspect WordPress sites using WPML Multilingual CMS versions up to 4.9.5 for suspicious SQL query patterns in logs or via manual testing with authenticated requests targeting the 'sorting' parameter.

Impact Analysis

If you use the affected WPML plugin, attackers could steal sensitive data from your WordPress database, such as user credentials, personal information, or other confidential content. This requires the attacker to have at least translator-level access to your site.

Compliance Impact

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

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WPML Multilingual CMS plugin to the latest version immediately. If updating is not possible, restrict access to translator-level users and monitor database queries for unusual activity. Consider disabling the plugin temporarily if under active exploitation.

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