CVE-2026-13200
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SQL Injection in WordPress Create Plugin

Publication date: 2026-09-19

Last updated on: 2026-09-19

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Create plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to generic SQL Injection via the 'order' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.3 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 author-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database. The vulnerable advanced-filter SQL branch is only entered when at least one of the following parameters is present in the request: linked_posts, created_after, created_before, missing_fields, post_id, a comma-separated type value, or exclude_type.

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Published
2026-09-19
Last Modified
2026-09-19
Generated
2026-09-20
AI Q&A
2026-09-20
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-13200

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wordpress create to 2.5.3 (inc)

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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 Create plugin for WordPress affecting versions up to 2.5.3. It occurs due to insufficient escaping of the 'order' parameter and lack of proper SQL query preparation. Authenticated attackers with author-level access or higher can inject malicious SQL queries to extract sensitive database information.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability can be detected by monitoring for unusual SQL queries or database access patterns, particularly those involving the 'order' parameter in WordPress Create plugin versions up to 2.5.3. Check web server logs for suspicious requests containing SQL syntax like UNION, SELECT, or other database commands. Enable WordPress debug logging to log database queries and inspect for anomalies.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to access sensitive data stored in the WordPress database, such as user credentials, personal information, or other confidential content. It requires authenticated access with author-level privileges or higher.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal data, potentially violating GDPR, HIPAA, or other privacy regulations. Organizations may face compliance breaches if sensitive data is exposed due to this flaw.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Create plugin to the latest version beyond 2.5.3. If updating is not possible, disable the plugin temporarily. Review user roles with author-level access or higher and restrict unnecessary permissions. Implement a web application firewall to block SQL injection attempts. Monitor database activity for unauthorized queries.

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