CVE-2026-2279: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in silvercover myLinksDump
The myLinksDump plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'sort_by' and 'sort_order' parameters in all versions up to, and including, 1.6 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-2279 identifies an SQL Injection vulnerability in the myLinksDump WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.6). The issue arises from improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands via the 'sort_by' and 'sort_order' parameters. Authenticated attackers with administrator privileges can append malicious SQL queries to existing ones, potentially extracting sensitive data from the database. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 and carries a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, indicating high severity. No patch or official fix has been published by the vendor as of the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated administrator-level user to perform SQL Injection attacks, which can lead to unauthorized disclosure, modification, or deletion of sensitive database information. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected WordPress site's data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and consider disabling or removing the myLinksDump plugin if possible. Monitor vendor channels for updates or official patches addressing this vulnerability.
CVE-2026-2279: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in silvercover myLinksDump
Description
The myLinksDump plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'sort_by' and 'sort_order' parameters in all versions up to, and including, 1.6 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-2279 identifies an SQL Injection vulnerability in the myLinksDump WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.6). The issue arises from improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands via the 'sort_by' and 'sort_order' parameters. Authenticated attackers with administrator privileges can append malicious SQL queries to existing ones, potentially extracting sensitive data from the database. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 and carries a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, indicating high severity. No patch or official fix has been published by the vendor as of the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated administrator-level user to perform SQL Injection attacks, which can lead to unauthorized disclosure, modification, or deletion of sensitive database information. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected WordPress site's data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and consider disabling or removing the myLinksDump plugin if possible. Monitor vendor channels for updates or official patches addressing this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-10T14:14:37.085Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69be180bf4197a8e3b784279
Added to database: 3/21/2026, 4:01:15 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:03:56 PM
Last updated: 4/30/2026, 11:59:52 AM
Views: 29
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