Vulnerability Description
The DirectoryPress – Business Directory And Classified Ad Listing plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'packages' parameter in versions up to, and including, 3.6.26 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3474986/directorypress
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2e602223-8571-42e1-9b3
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-3489?
CVE-2026-3489 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The DirectoryPress – Business Directory And Classified Ad Listing plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'packages' parameter in versions up to, and including, 3.6.26 due to insuf...
How severe is CVE-2026-3489?
CVE-2026-3489 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-3489?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.