CVE-2026-16594: WP Directory Kit < 1.5.5 - Subscriber+ Plugin Settings and API Key Disclosure

Published Aug 8, 2026
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Updated

The WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.5.5 does not perform authorization or nonce checks on one of its authenticated AJAX actions, allowing any authenticated user such as a Subscriber to disclose the WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin before 1.5.5 settings including sensitive API keys and secrets.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin<1.5.5

Event History

Aug 8, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:17 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-16594?

CVE-2026-16594 has a risk score of 57, indicating it's a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-16594?

Updating the WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin to version 1.5.5 or newer will resolve CVE-2026-16594.

3

What does CVE-2026-16594 affect?

CVE-2026-16594 affects versions of the WP Directory Kit WordPress plugin earlier than 1.5.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-16594?

CVE-2026-16594 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.

5

Who is at risk from CVE-2026-16594?

Any authenticated user with Subscriber level access can exploit CVE-2026-16594 to disclose sensitive information.

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