CVE-2026-39531 WordPress WP Directory Kit plugin <= 1.5.0 - SQL Injection vulnerability
Attackers can perform blind SQL injection to read sensitive database information from the WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-39531?
CVE-2026-39531 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in WP Directory Kit, published on 21 May 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Wp Directory Kit WP Directory Kit allows Blind SQL Injection.
This issue affects WP Directory Kit: from n/a through 1.5.0.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-39531?
How do I fix CVE-2026-39531?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-39531 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-2026-39531 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-39531 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-q5xx-h8cq-mvvf.