CVE-2026-111852: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in WPdreams Ajax Search Lite
Description
CVE-2026-111852 is a critical Blind SQL Injection vulnerability in WPdreams Ajax Search Lite plugin versions prior to 4.14.7. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to inject SQL commands via specially crafted input, potentially leading to high confidentiality impact and partial denial of service. The vulnerability affects all versions from initial release up to 4.14.6 inclusive.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.3critical
Affected software
WPdreams
Ajax Search Lite
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in WPdreams Ajax Search Lite (versions >=0 and <4.14.7) is due to improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands, enabling Blind SQL Injection. The flaw allows remote attackers with no privileges or user interaction to execute crafted SQL queries that can expose sensitive data (confidentiality impact is high) and cause limited denial of service (availability impact is low). The CVSS 3.1 score is 9.3, reflecting critical severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and scope changed.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information from the database (high confidentiality impact) and partial denial of service (low availability impact). Integrity impact is not indicated. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
No explicit patch or remediation link is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should consider disabling the vulnerable plugin or restricting access to mitigate risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-17T00:17:57.462Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad8ccaf4d27ba8daab502cf
Added to database: 10/21/2026, 14:31:11 UTC
Last enriched: 10/21/2026, 14:45:26 UTC
Last updated: 10/21/2026, 14:46:23 UTC
Views: 5
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
External Links
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.