CVE-2026-66472 WordPress Everest Backup plugin <= 2.3.12 - SQL Injection vulnerability
Unauthenticated attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Everest Backup plugin, potentially reading or modifying database contents.
- 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-2026-66472?
CVE-2026-66472 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in everestthemes Everest Backup, published on 13 Aug 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Unauthenticated SQL Injection in Everest Backup <= 2.3.12 versions.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-66472?
How do I fix CVE-2026-66472?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-66472 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-2026-66472 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-66472 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-rx3x-8jh6-43rp.