CVE-2025-68881CWE-89

WordPress AppExperts plugin <= 1.4.5 - SQL Injection vulnerability

High · published January 22, 2026

CVSS v3.1
8.5
EPSS
0%
Percentile
21.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An SQL injection vulnerability lurks in versions of the AppExperts software up to 1.4.5, waiting for an unsuspecting user to take the bait! Think of it like a restaurant where a diner secretly modifies their order so that they get extra toppings on their pizza without anyone noticing. This flaw allows attackers to sneak in their own commands, altering the database without proper checks! If exploited, an attacker could potentially access sensitive data, manipulate the database, or even take control of the application altogether. This could lead to significant data breaches or unauthorized actions that could be absolutely devastating for your business!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a diner secretly modifies their order so that they get extra toppings on their pizza without anyone noticing. This flaw allows attackers to sneak in their own commands, altering the database without proper checks! This vulnerability stems from the improper neutralization of special SQL characters, allowing attackers to insert malicious SQL code into queries executed by the database. Essentially, it gives them a backdoor to manipulate your database without needing proper authorization.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially access sensitive data, manipulate the database, or even take control of the application altogether. This could lead to significant data breaches or unauthorized actions that could be absolutely devastating for your business! To remediate, update your AppExperts installation to version 1.4.6 or later immediately. Additionally, ensure you're using parameterized queries and prepared statements to protect against future SQL injections. Performing a full code audit can also help identify any weak spots! You've got this! Patch up and keep your data safe—your security hero status is activated! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.5 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00300 · 21.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2026-01-22T16:52Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 JAN 16:52Z
    WordPress AppExperts plugin <= 1.4.5 - SQL Injection vulnerability
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