CVE-2026-84221 — MEDIUM (6.8)

Vulnerability Description

The Kirki WordPress plugin before 6.3.0 does not escape a user-supplied identifier before using it in a SQL query, allowing users with editor-level access and above to append arbitrary SQL and read the contents of the database, including user credentials.

CVSS Score

6.8

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-89

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6c34da62-46fb-4dd4-a433-bd3df4d9fcfd/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-84221?

CVE-2026-84221 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The Kirki WordPress plugin before 6.3.0 does not escape a user-supplied identifier before using it in a SQL query, allowing users with editor-level access and above to append arbitrary SQL and read t...

How severe is CVE-2026-84221?

CVE-2026-84221 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-84221?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.