CVE-2026-28001: WordPress WP Directory Kit plugin <= 1.5.4 - SQL Injection vulnerability
Published Aug 13, 2026
·Updated
Unauthenticated SQL Injection in WP Directory Kit <= 1.5.4 versions.
Affected Software
1 affected component
WordPress WP Directory Kit plugin<=1.5.4
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
WordPress WP Directory Kit pluginto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.5.5
Event History
Aug 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:36 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-28001?
CVE-2026-28001 has a critical severity score of 9.3.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-28001?
To fix CVE-2026-28001, update the WordPress WP Directory Kit plugin to version 1.5.5 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-28001?
CVE-2026-28001 is an SQL Injection vulnerability found in the WP Directory Kit plugin.
4
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-28001?
Exploitation of CVE-2026-28001 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data within the WordPress database.
5
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2026-28001?
No, CVE-2026-28001 can be exploited without authentication, as it is an unauthenticated SQL Injection vulnerability.