CVE-2026-73185
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Unauthenticated SQL Injection in NGG Smart Image Search

Publication date: 2026-08-19

Last updated on: 2026-08-19

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Unauthenticated SQL Injection in NGG Smart Image Search < 4.0.0 versions.

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Published
2026-08-19
Last Modified
2026-08-19
Generated
2026-08-19
AI Q&A
2026-08-19
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-73185
EUVD
EUVD-2026-62380

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
patchstack ngg_smart_image_search to 4.0.0 (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 NGG Smart Image Search WordPress plugin versions below 4.0.0. It allows attackers to directly interact with the website's database without authentication, potentially stealing sensitive data. The flaw has a CVSS score of 9.3, indicating high severity and likelihood of exploitation.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking if the NGG Smart Image Search plugin version is below 4.0.0. Use WordPress admin panel to verify the plugin version or run SQL queries on the database to check for suspicious activity. No direct commands are provided in the resources.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to steal sensitive information from your website's database, such as user credentials, personal data, or other confidential details. Since no authentication is required, the risk of mass exploitation is high, potentially affecting thousands of websites.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if sensitive data is exposed due to this flaw.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the NGG Smart Image Search plugin to version 4.0.0 or later. If updating is not possible, use mitigation tools like Patchstack's auto-update feature to block attacks until the plugin is updated.

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