CVE-2026-73185 WordPress NGG Smart Image Search plugin < 4.0.0 - SQL Injection vulnerability
Unauthenticated attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the NGG Smart Image Search plugin, potentially accessing or modifying database content.
- 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-2026-73185?
CVE-2026-73185 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in wpo-HR NGG Smart Image Search, published on 19 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 NGG Smart Image Search < 4.0.0 versions.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-73185?
How do I fix CVE-2026-73185?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-73185 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-2026-73185 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-73185 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-96wp-h3p4-288v.