CVE-2026-42708

Summary

This vulnerability allows authenticated attackers to perform blind SQL injection attacks against the WP Post Author plugin, potentially enabling them to extract database information without direct output feedback. The flaw occurs when user input is not properly sanitized before being included in SQL queries.

Exploitability

Exploitation requires an authenticated user account with sufficient privileges (PR:H) and involves crafting specific inputs that trigger blind SQL injection patterns, making it moderately difficult to exploit without prior reconnaissance.

Blast radius

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to extract sensitive database information including user credentials, post data, and potentially escalate privileges within the WordPress environment.

Detection

No reliable host or network indicator is derivable from the published description.

Prioritized remediation

Upgrade to version 4.0.1 or later to remediate this SQL injection vulnerability.

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