CVE-2026-57772 in Manager Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 07/13/2026
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in WP Inventory WP Inventory Manager wp-inventory-manager allows Blind SQL Injection.This issue affects WP Inventory Manager: from n/a through <= 2.4.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/13/2026
This vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw classified under cwe-89 within the wp inventory manager plugin for wordpress systems. The weakness occurs when user-supplied input is improperly sanitized before being incorporated into sql queries, creating opportunities for attackers to manipulate database operations through crafted malicious input. The specific implementation allows for blind sql injection attacks where adversaries can infer database contents through response timing variations or conditional responses without direct data exposure.
The vulnerability manifests in the wp inventory manager plugin version 2.4.0 and earlier, indicating that all versions within this range remain susceptible to exploitation. Attackers can leverage this weakness by injecting malicious sql payloads into parameters that are directly used in database queries without proper input validation or parameterization. The blind nature of this injection means that attackers cannot directly retrieve data through error messages but must instead use indirect methods such as time-based responses or conditional logic to extract information from the underlying database.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability enables unauthorized access to sensitive data stored within the wordpress database, potentially exposing inventory information, user credentials, or other confidential business data. The attack surface extends beyond simple data theft to include potential privilege escalation and system compromise when combined with other exploitation techniques. Organizations running affected versions face significant risk of data breaches and compliance violations due to inadequate input sanitization practices.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate patching to version 2.4.1 or later where the sql injection vulnerability has been addressed through proper input validation and parameterized query implementation. System administrators must also implement additional security controls including web application firewalls, input validation at multiple layers, and regular security audits of plugin installations. The remediation aligns with attack technique mitigations described in the attack pattern taxonomy under t1213 database credential access and t1210 exploitation for credential access. Organizations should also consider implementing principle of least privilege access controls and monitoring for suspicious database query patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts.