CVE-2026-57628 in WP All Import Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 06/26/2026
Administrator SQL Injection in WP All Import <= 4.0.1 versions.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/26/2026
The vulnerability under discussion represents a critical sql injection flaw affecting the wp all import plugin for wordpress systems, specifically impacting versions prior to 4.0.2. This issue manifests as an administrator sql injection vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers with administrator privileges to execute arbitrary sql commands against the underlying database. The flaw resides in how the plugin processes user input within administrative functions, creating an avenue for malicious sql code execution when administrators perform certain import operations.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the plugin's backend processing logic. When administrators utilize specific import features, the plugin fails to properly escape or parameterize user-supplied data before incorporating it into sql queries. This allows attackers who have already compromised administrator credentials to manipulate database queries through crafted input parameters. The vulnerability specifically affects the plugin's handling of import settings and data mapping configurations where user input directly influences sql statement construction.
From an operational perspective this vulnerability presents a severe risk to wordpress installations using affected plugin versions. Attackers with administrative access can leverage this flaw to extract sensitive data including user credentials, personal information, and system configuration details from the database. The impact extends beyond simple data theft as the malicious sql commands can be used to modify database contents, insert backdoors, or even escalate privileges within the application environment. This creates a persistent threat vector that could lead to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to all imported data.
The vulnerability aligns with common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws in software applications. It also corresponds to tactics described in the attack technique matrix under ATT&CK framework category TA0006 privilege escalation and TA0007 credential access. Organizations utilizing wordpress platforms with vulnerable wp all import plugin versions face significant exposure risk as attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized database access and manipulate system resources. The flaw demonstrates poor input validation practices that violate secure coding principles recommended by organizations such as owasp and iso/iec 27045.
Mitigation strategies should immediately involve updating the wp all import plugin to version 4.0.2 or later where the sql injection vulnerability has been patched. System administrators should also implement additional security measures including regular monitoring of database activities, implementing web application firewalls, and conducting thorough code reviews for similar vulnerabilities across other plugins. Database access controls should be strictly enforced with minimal privilege assignments, and all administrative accounts should utilize strong authentication mechanisms including multi-factor authentication to reduce the risk of unauthorized access. Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing can help identify similar flaws in other system components that may present comparable attack vectors.