CVE-2026-12248: WPML Multilingual CMS <= 4.9.5 - Authenticated (Translator+) SQL Injection via 'sorting' Parameter
The WPML Multilingual CMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'sorting' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 4.9.5 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with translator-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-12248?
CVE-2026-12248 has a severity rating of medium, with a score of 6.5.
What is the risk associated with CVE-2026-12248?
The risk associated with CVE-2026-12248 is rated at 38.
How can I fix CVE-2026-12248?
To mitigate CVE-2026-12248, update the WPML Multilingual CMS plugin to version 4.9.6 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-12248?
CVE-2026-12248 is a SQL Injection vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-12248?
All users of WPML Multilingual CMS versions up to and including 4.9.5 are affected by CVE-2026-12248.