CVE-2026-32418 in Meow Gallery Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 03/13/2026
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Jordy Meow Meow Gallery meow-gallery allows Blind SQL Injection.This issue affects Meow Gallery: from n/a through <= 5.4.4.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/15/2026
This vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the Jordy Meow Meow Gallery plugin, specifically impacting versions through 5.4.4. The weakness stems from inadequate input sanitization within sql command execution processes, creating an environment where malicious actors can manipulate database queries through specially crafted inputs. The vulnerability is classified as blind sql injection, meaning that attackers cannot directly observe database query results through error messages or direct output, but can infer information through indirect means such as timing delays or conditional responses. This classification aligns with cwe-89, which specifically addresses sql injection vulnerabilities where improper neutralization of special elements allows attackers to execute unauthorized database commands. The attack vector typically involves manipulation of parameters that are directly incorporated into sql queries without proper sanitization or parameterization, making the system susceptible to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. The vulnerability presents significant operational risks including potential data breaches, unauthorized administrative access, and complete database compromise, particularly when the affected plugin handles user inputs or interacts with sensitive data storage. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability can potentially extract sensitive information, modify database contents, or even escalate privileges within the affected system. The impact extends beyond simple data theft to include potential service disruption and system integrity compromise, especially when the gallery plugin manages user accounts or stores configuration data that could be leveraged for further attacks. This vulnerability directly relates to attack techniques documented in the attack framework under initial access and privilege escalation phases, where sql injection serves as a common method for gaining unauthorized database access and information gathering. Organizations utilizing this plugin version should immediately implement mitigation strategies including input validation, parameterized queries, and proper database access controls to prevent exploitation. The vulnerability underscores the importance of maintaining up-to-date software versions and implementing comprehensive input validation mechanisms as recommended in industry security best practices and standards such as those outlined in the owasp top ten and nist cybersecurity framework. Given the blind nature of this injection, detection may be challenging and requires careful monitoring of database access patterns and query execution timing to identify potential exploitation attempts. The affected plugin's architecture appears to lack proper input sanitization measures, making it susceptible to attackers who can craft malicious payloads that bypass standard security controls and execute unauthorized database operations. Security teams should prioritize patching this vulnerability as a high-priority remediation task and implement additional monitoring controls to detect potential exploitation attempts before they can cause significant damage to the system or data integrity.