CVE-2026-16950
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SQL Injection in Product Shortlist WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-19

Last updated on: 2026-08-26

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Product Shortlist WordPress plugin through 1.0.4 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, allowing unauthenticated attackers to perform SQL injection attacks.

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Published
2026-08-19
Last Modified
2026-08-26
Generated
2026-09-08
AI Q&A
2026-08-19
EPSS Evaluated
2026-09-07
NVD
CVE-2026-16950
EUVD
EUVD-2026-62273

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
product_shortlist product_shortlist 1.0.4
product_shortlist product_shortlist to 1.0.4 (inc)

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Exploitability

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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 an unauthenticated SQL injection flaw in the Product Shortlist WordPress plugin versions 1.0.4 or earlier. It occurs because the plugin fails to properly sanitize and escape a parameter used in SQL statements, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL queries without needing authentication.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check if the Product Shortlist WordPress plugin version 1.0.4 or earlier is installed. You can verify the plugin version via the WordPress admin dashboard or by inspecting the plugin files on the server. Look for the plugin directory in /wp-content/plugins/product-shortlist/ and check the version in the plugin header or main file.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access, modify, or delete sensitive data in the database, such as user credentials, personal information, or other confidential content. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or complete system compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations due to unauthorized data access or breaches. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately uninstall or disable the Product Shortlist WordPress plugin if it is installed and version 1.0.4 or earlier. Since no known fix is available, removing the plugin is the only mitigation. Monitor official WordPress plugin repositories or the developer's website for updates and apply patches once released.

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