CVE-2026-16080: Image Uploader for Welcart <= 1.4.6 - Authenticated (Author+) SQL Injection via Attachment 'post_title' Parameter
The Image Uploader for Welcart plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to generic SQL Injection via the 'posttitle' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.6 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 author-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
WordPress plugin "Image Uploader for Welcart"to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.4.6 - Compensating control
Restrict or monitor access to the WordPress account/roles with Author+ privileges used to upload images, since the SQL injection can be exploited by authenticated attackers with author-level access and above.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-16080?
The severity of CVE-2026-16080 is rated as medium with a score of 6.5.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16080?
To fix CVE-2026-16080, update the Image Uploader for Welcart plugin to the latest version beyond 1.4.6.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-16080?
CVE-2026-16080 is classified as an SQL Injection vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-16080?
All users of the Image Uploader for Welcart plugin for WordPress up to and including version 1.4.6 are affected by CVE-2026-16080.
What aspect of CVE-2026-16080 makes it critical?
CVE-2026-16080 is critical due to the potential for authenticated users to execute SQL injection attacks through the 'post_title' parameter.