Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-24956 is a critical SQL injection issue in the WordPress Download Manager Addons for Elementor plugin, affecting versions through 1.3.0. An unauthenticated attacker may be able to extract sensitive database data. Public sources provided do not confirm active exploitation or a fixed version.
Executive priority
High. This is a critical unauthenticated database exposure risk for affected WordPress sites. Prioritize inventory and containment because no confirmed patch information is included in the provided sources.
Technical view
The flaw is CWE-89 improper neutralization in SQL commands, described as blind SQL injection in Shahjada wpdm-elementor. CVSS 3.1 is 9.3 with network attack vector, low complexity, no privileges, and no user interaction. Scope is changed, with high confidentiality impact and low availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running Download Manager Addons for Elementor, package wpdm-elementor, version 1.3.0 or earlier. Sites not using this plugin are not affected based on the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The CVSS vector indicates remote unauthenticated exploitation is plausible. The source bundle does not include proof of active exploitation, and the CVE is not marked KEV. Treat internet-facing WordPress sites using affected versions as high priority.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to CVE metadata and Patchstack’s vulnerability entry reference. Do not assume a patched version from the provided bundle. Further validation should focus on confirming affected plugin presence and monitoring vendor disclosures without attempting offensive reproduction.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the wpdm-elementor plugin.
- Identify plugin versions and flag 1.3.0 or earlier.
- Check Shahjada, WordPress plugin, and Patchstack guidance for fixed versions or mitigations.
- Disable or remove the plugin where business impact allows until guidance is confirmed.
- Restrict database privileges used by WordPress where feasible.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether Download Manager Addons for Elementor is installed.
- Record the installed wpdm-elementor version from WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Review web and database logs for unusual query errors or abnormal plugin requests.
- Monitor Patchstack and CVE records for fix or exploitation updates.
- Prioritize externally reachable WordPress sites first.
Public sources used
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CWE-89: Database access and collection lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Critical
- CVSS
- 9.3 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L3.94.7Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
9.3CriticalVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L
Source materials
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CWE details
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.