CVE-2026-28142
Received Received - Intake

BaseFortify

Publication date: 2026-08-13

Last updated on: 2026-08-13

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Unauthenticated SQL Injection in Web Directory Free <= 1.7.13 versions.

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Published
2026-08-13
Last Modified
2026-08-13
Generated
2026-08-13
AI Q&A
2026-08-13
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-28142
EUVD
EUVD-2026-57945

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Vendor Product Version / Range
patchstack web_directory_free_plugin to 1.7.13 (exc)

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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 an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the Web Directory Free plugin versions 1.7.13 and below. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands on the affected system without needing to authenticate.

Detection Guidance

To detect unauthenticated SQL injection in Web Directory Free <= 1.7.13, inspect web server logs for suspicious SQL-related input patterns such as single quotes, semicolons, or SQL keywords like UNION, SELECT, or INSERT. Test endpoints with crafted parameters like ' OR 1=1 -- or '; DROP TABLE users;-- to observe abnormal responses or errors.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to read, modify, or delete sensitive data in the database, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or system compromise. The high CVSS score indicates significant risk.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR and HIPAA due to unauthorized data access or exposure. GDPR requires protection against unauthorized data processing, while HIPAA mandates safeguards for protected health information.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update Web Directory Free to the latest version beyond 1.7.13. If an update is unavailable, disable the vulnerable component or restrict access via firewall rules. Implement input validation and use prepared statements in all database queries to prevent SQL injection.

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