CVE-2026-16596
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SQL Injection in WP Directory Kit WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-09-30

Last updated on: 2026-09-30

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The WP Directory Kit plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to generic SQL Injection via the 'data_fields_list' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.4 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 custom-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
2026-09-30
Last Modified
2026-09-30
Generated
2026-09-30
AI Q&A
2026-09-30
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-16596
EUVD
EUVD-2026-89671

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_directory_kit plugin to 1.5.4 (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

The WP Directory Kit plugin for WordPress has a SQL Injection vulnerability in versions up to 1.5.4. The flaw exists in the 'data_fields_list' parameter due to insufficient input escaping and lack of proper SQL query preparation. This allows authenticated attackers with custom-level access or higher to inject malicious SQL queries into existing ones, potentially extracting sensitive database information.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability can be detected by checking for SQL injection attempts in the 'data_fields_list' parameter of the WP Directory Kit plugin. Look for unusual database queries or errors in logs. No specific commands are provided in the context, but monitoring for suspicious parameter values in HTTP requests may help.

Impact Analysis

If you use the WP Directory Kit plugin with versions up to 1.5.4, an attacker with custom-level access could exploit this to steal sensitive data from your WordPress database. This might include user credentials, personal information, or other confidential data stored in the site.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for protecting personal and health information. A breach may result in legal penalties, fines, and reputational damage due to non-compliance with data protection regulations.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WP Directory Kit plugin to the latest version beyond 1.5.4 to patch the SQL injection vulnerability. If an update is not available, consider disabling or removing the plugin immediately to prevent exploitation.

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