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CVE-2026-16061

HIGH · CVSS 8.6 EPSS 0.26%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-29 · Last synced 2026-09-18

CyberRota Analysis

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The Rest Routes plugin for WordPress versions up to 5.5.5 is vulnerable due to inadequate sanitization and validation of URL parameters in its public REST routes, which can lead to SQL injection attacks. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to manipulate SQL queries, potentially compromising the database and exposing sensitive information. WordPress site administrators using this plugin should prioritize immediate updates or mitigations to safeguard against potential exploitation.

CVE
CVE-2026-16061
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.6
EPSS
0.26%
WordPress

Original NVD Description

The Rest Routes WordPress plugin through 5.5.5 does not sanitize and validate a value taken from the URL of one of its public REST routes before using it in a SQL query, allowing unauthenticated attackers to perform SQL injection attacks.