CVE-2026-22596: Ghost has SQL Injection in Members Activity Feed
Impact A vulnerability in Ghost's /ghost/api/admin/members/events endpoint allows users with authentication credentials for the Admin API to execute arbitrary SQL.
Vulnerable versions This vulnerability is present in Ghost v5.90.0 to v5.130.5 to and Ghost v6.0.0 to v6.10.3.
Patches v5.130.6 and v6.11.0 contain a fix for this issue.
References Ghost thanks Sho Odagiri of GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae, Inc. for discovering and disclosing this vulnerability responsibly.
For more information If there are any questions or comments about this advisory, email Ghost at security@ghost.org.
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Ghost is a Node.js content management system. In versions 5.90.0 through 5.130.5 and 6.0.0 through 6.10.3, a vulnerability in Ghost's /ghost/api/admin/members/events endpoint allows users with authentication credentials for the Admin API to execute arbitrary SQL. This issue has been patched in versions 5.130.6 and 6.11.0.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-22596?
CVE-2026-22596 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow arbitrary SQL execution via the admin API.
How do I fix CVE-2026-22596?
To remediate CVE-2026-22596, update Ghost to version 5.130.6 or later, or to version 6.11.0 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2026-22596?
CVE-2026-22596 affects Ghost versions 5.90.0 through 5.130.5 and 6.0.0 through 6.10.3.
Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2026-22596?
No, CVE-2026-22596 can only be exploited by authenticated users with credentials for the Admin API.
What type of attacks can CVE-2026-22596 facilitate?
CVE-2026-22596 can facilitate SQL injection attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.