CVE-2026-3079: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in StellarWP LearnDash LMS
The LearnDash LMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to blind time-based SQL Injection via the 'filters[orderby_order]' parameter in the 'learndash_propanel_template' AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 5.0.3. This is 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 Contributor-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-2026-3079 describes a blind time-based SQL Injection vulnerability in the LearnDash LMS WordPress plugin, affecting all versions up to 5.0.3. The issue is located in the 'filters[orderby_order]' parameter within the 'learndash_propanel_template' AJAX action. Due to improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands (CWE-89), authenticated users with Contributor-level privileges can inject additional SQL queries. This vulnerability allows attackers to extract sensitive information from the database by manipulating SQL queries without proper escaping or prepared statements.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Contributor-level access or higher can exploit this vulnerability to perform blind time-based SQL Injection attacks, potentially extracting sensitive information from the backend database. The vulnerability does not allow direct data modification or denial of service but compromises confidentiality. The CVSS score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity impact with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Contributor-level access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the 'learndash_propanel_template' AJAX action. Avoid exposing this AJAX endpoint unnecessarily. Follow up with StellarWP for updates and apply any official patches promptly once available.
CVE-2026-3079: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in StellarWP LearnDash LMS
Description
The LearnDash LMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to blind time-based SQL Injection via the 'filters[orderby_order]' parameter in the 'learndash_propanel_template' AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 5.0.3. This is 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 Contributor-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-3079 describes a blind time-based SQL Injection vulnerability in the LearnDash LMS WordPress plugin, affecting all versions up to 5.0.3. The issue is located in the 'filters[orderby_order]' parameter within the 'learndash_propanel_template' AJAX action. Due to improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands (CWE-89), authenticated users with Contributor-level privileges can inject additional SQL queries. This vulnerability allows attackers to extract sensitive information from the database by manipulating SQL queries without proper escaping or prepared statements.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Contributor-level access or higher can exploit this vulnerability to perform blind time-based SQL Injection attacks, potentially extracting sensitive information from the backend database. The vulnerability does not allow direct data modification or denial of service but compromises confidentiality. The CVSS score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity impact with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Contributor-level access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the 'learndash_propanel_template' AJAX action. Avoid exposing this AJAX endpoint unnecessarily. Follow up with StellarWP for updates and apply any official patches promptly once available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-23T21:17:19.700Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69c1ecd0f4197a8e3bb7abb8
Added to database: 3/24/2026, 1:45:52 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:07:02 PM
Last updated: 5/7/2026, 7:12:22 AM
Views: 83
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