CVE-2026-16593 Details
Description
The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin through 1.5.7 does not sanitize and escape some widget settings before using them in a SQL statement, allowing authenticated users with access to the page builder (Editor and above) to perform SQL injection attacks that execute when the affected page is rendered.
A SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in the WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin, affecting versions through 1.5.7. The issue arises because the plugin fails to properly sanitize and escape certain widget settings before incorporating them into SQL statements. This flaw allows authenticated users with access to the page builder (Editors and above) to execute SQL injection attacks, which are triggered when the affected page is viewed.
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Assessed Sep 15, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 15, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/87379d9b-7d20-40c3-ab33-c3698bb59a51/ | [email protected] | AdvisoryExploitPartial Content |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-89 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| WP Directory Kit | <= 1.5.7 (semver) |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 15, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |