CVE-2026-9711: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in EventON EventON (Pro) - WordPress Virtual Event Calendar Plugin
The EventON - WordPress Virtual Event Calendar Plugin plugin for WordPress (full) is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the WordPress 'search' parameter in versions up to, and including, 5.0.11 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database, granted the "Enable additional search queries" setting is enabled and at least one published event exists.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-9711 describes an SQL Injection vulnerability in the EventON (Pro) WordPress plugin up to version 5.0.11. The flaw is due to improper neutralization of special elements in the 'search' parameter, which is not properly escaped or prepared before being included in SQL queries. This allows unauthenticated attackers to inject additional SQL commands, potentially extracting sensitive database information. The vulnerability is contingent on the "Enable additional search queries" setting being active and the presence of at least one published event. The CVSS 3.1 score is 9.8 (critical), reflecting the network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation guidance is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive database information, modification or deletion of data, and disruption of service. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected WordPress plugin's data. Since the attack requires no authentication and no user interaction, it poses a critical risk to affected installations.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, it is recommended to disable the "Enable additional search queries" setting to mitigate the risk. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
CVE-2026-9711: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in EventON EventON (Pro) - WordPress Virtual Event Calendar Plugin
Description
The EventON - WordPress Virtual Event Calendar Plugin plugin for WordPress (full) is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the WordPress 'search' parameter in versions up to, and including, 5.0.11 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database, granted the "Enable additional search queries" setting is enabled and at least one published event exists.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-9711 describes an SQL Injection vulnerability in the EventON (Pro) WordPress plugin up to version 5.0.11. The flaw is due to improper neutralization of special elements in the 'search' parameter, which is not properly escaped or prepared before being included in SQL queries. This allows unauthenticated attackers to inject additional SQL commands, potentially extracting sensitive database information. The vulnerability is contingent on the "Enable additional search queries" setting being active and the presence of at least one published event. The CVSS 3.1 score is 9.8 (critical), reflecting the network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation guidance is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive database information, modification or deletion of data, and disruption of service. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected WordPress plugin's data. Since the attack requires no authentication and no user interaction, it poses a critical risk to affected installations.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, it is recommended to disable the "Enable additional search queries" setting to mitigate the risk. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-27T14:04:49.057Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a4391c127e9c7971986646a
Added to database: 06/30/2026, 09:52:01 UTC
Last enriched: 07/07/2026, 12:03:30 UTC
Last updated: 08/14/2026, 12:41:12 UTC
Views: 145
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