CVE-2026-77824
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SQL Injection in Media Sweep WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-25

Last updated on: 2026-08-25

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Media Sweep – WordPress Media Cleaner plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to generic SQL Injection via the 'fields' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.3 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.

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Published
2026-08-25
Last Modified
2026-08-25
Generated
2026-08-25
AI Q&A
2026-08-25
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-77824
EUVD
EUVD-2026-65459

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
media_sweep media_cleaner to 1.1.3 (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 a SQL Injection flaw in the Media Sweep – WordPress Media Cleaner plugin versions up to 1.1.3. It occurs due to insufficient escaping of the 'fields' parameter and lack of proper SQL query preparation. Authenticated attackers with administrator-level access can inject malicious SQL queries to extract sensitive database information.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability requires authenticated access with administrator-level privileges or higher. Detection involves checking for unusual SQL query patterns or unauthorized database access. Review WordPress plugin logs for suspicious activity related to the 'fields' parameter in the Media Sweep – WordPress Media Cleaner plugin.

Impact Analysis

If you use this plugin, attackers with admin access could steal sensitive data from your WordPress database, such as user credentials, personal information, or other confidential data stored in the database.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and security. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies
  • Update the Media Sweep – WordPress Media Cleaner plugin to the latest version if available.
  • Disable the plugin immediately if an update is not available or if suspicious activity is detected.
  • Review database access logs for unauthorized queries or data exfiltration attempts.
  • Ensure all WordPress administrator accounts use strong, unique passwords and enable multi-factor authentication.

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