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CVE-2026-12512

8.6 · HIGH

The Quotes llama WordPress plugin before 3.1.6 does not properly sanitize and escape a user-supplied parameter before using it in a SQL query, allowing unauthenticated attackers to perform UNION-ba…

Published Jul 15, 2026CWE-89EPSS 0.45%

Overview

CVE-2026-12512 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 15, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Quotes llama WordPress plugin before 3.1.6 does not properly sanitize and escape a user-supplied parameter before using it in a SQL query, allowing unauthenticated attackers to perform UNION-based SQL injection and read arbitrary data from the database, including password hashes.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-12512?

CVE-2026-12512 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 15, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-12512?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-12512?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2026-12512?

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