CVE-2026-15360
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Ajax Load More SQL Injection Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-08-05

Last updated on: 2026-08-05

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Ajax Load More WordPress plugin before 8.0.1 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL query, allowing unauthenticated attackers to perform time-based blind SQL injection and extract sensitive data from the database.

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Published
2026-08-05
Last Modified
2026-08-05
Generated
2026-08-05
AI Q&A
2026-08-05
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-15360
EUVD
EUVD-2026-53118

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Vendor Product Version / Range
ajax_load_more ajax_load_more to 8.0.1 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

The Ajax Load More WordPress plugin before version 8.0.1 has a vulnerability where a parameter used in SQL queries is not properly sanitized or escaped. This allows unauthenticated attackers to perform time-based blind SQL injection attacks, which can be used to extract sensitive data from the database.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the version of the Ajax Load More plugin installed on your WordPress site. If the version is prior to 8.0.1, the system is vulnerable. You can verify the version via the WordPress admin dashboard under Plugins or by inspecting the plugin files directly.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow attackers to access sensitive data stored in the database, such as user credentials, personal information, or other confidential data. Since it is unauthenticated, attackers do not need any special permissions to exploit it.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to data breaches, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations could face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if sensitive data is exposed due to this flaw.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Ajax Load More plugin to version 8.0.1 or later. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin temporarily until an update is applied. Ensure your WordPress core and other plugins are also updated to the latest versions.

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