CVE-2026-29206 SQL injection in WP Squared
Attackers can execute SQL commands as root via the sqloptimizer script if Slow Query logging is enabled, leading to potential privilege escalation.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-29206?
CVE-2026-29206 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in WebPros WP Squared, published on 13 May 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Insufficient sanitization of SQL queries in the `sqloptimizer` utility script allows SQL Injections on behalf of the root user if Slow Query logging is enabled.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-29206?
How do I fix CVE-2026-29206?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-29206 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.
Is CVE-2026-29206 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-29206 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-7pf6-43fc-mx36.