CVE-2026-42672 WordPress WP Directory Kit plugin <= 1.5.1 - 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-2026-42672?
CVE-2026-42672 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in WP Directory Kit, published on 1 Jun 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 1.5.1.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-42672?
How do I fix CVE-2026-42672?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-42672 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-2026-42672 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-42672 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-6w2j-fvqj-5fjx.