CVE-2026-18474
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SQL Injection in WP Directory Kit WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-12

Last updated on: 2026-08-26

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.5.6 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by unauthenticated users when a non-default search field type is configured.

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Published
2026-08-12
Last Modified
2026-08-26
Generated
2026-09-01
AI Q&A
2026-08-12
EPSS Evaluated
2026-08-31
NVD
CVE-2026-18474
EUVD
EUVD-2026-57101

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_directory_kit wp_directory_kit to 1.5.6 (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 1.5.6 has a SQL injection vulnerability due to improper sanitization and escaping of user input in the search_location and search_category parameters. This allows unauthenticated attackers to manipulate SQL queries if a non-default search field type is configured.

Detection Guidance

Check if the WP Directory Kit plugin version is below 1.5.6. Use WPScan to detect vulnerable versions with: wpscan --url <target_url> --enumerate vp,vt. Inspect network traffic for suspicious SQL queries involving search_location or search_category parameters.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands on your database without authentication. This could lead to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion, potentially exposing sensitive information stored in your WordPress site's database.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR and HIPAA by exposing personal or health data. GDPR requires protection of personal data, while HIPAA mandates safeguards for protected health information. A breach could result in legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WP Directory Kit plugin to version 1.5.6 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, disable the plugin temporarily until an update is applied. Monitor for unusual database queries or unauthorized access attempts.

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