CVE-2026-18473
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SQL Injection in WP Directory Kit WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-09

Last updated on: 2026-08-26

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.5.5 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by unauthenticated users.

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Published
2026-08-09
Last Modified
2026-08-26
Generated
2026-08-29
AI Q&A
2026-08-09
EPSS Evaluated
2026-08-28
NVD
CVE-2026-18473
EUVD
EUVD-2026-54880

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_directory_kit wp_directory_kit to 1.5.5 (exc)
wp_directory_kit wordpress_plugin to 1.5.5 (exc)

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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

The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before version 1.5.5 has an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability. It improperly sanitizes and escapes the 'field_search' parameter in SQL queries, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands without authentication.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check if your WordPress site uses the WP Directory Kit plugin version before 1.5.5. Inspect the plugin version in the WordPress admin panel or via file inspection. No specific commands are provided in the context, but monitoring for unusual SQL query patterns or unauthorized database access may help identify exploitation attempts.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to manipulate your WordPress database, potentially stealing sensitive data, modifying or deleting content, or taking control of your website. It could lead to complete site compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and exposure of personal or sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the WP Directory Kit plugin to version 1.5.5 or later. If updating is not possible, consider disabling or removing the plugin until an update is applied. Ensure your WordPress installation and all plugins are regularly updated to the latest versions.

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