CVE-2026-60137

MediumActively exploited (CISA KEV)

Description

WordPress 6.8.x before 6.8.6, 6.9.x before 6.9.5, and 7.0.x before 7.0.2 does not properly sanitise the author__not_in parameter of WP_Query, which could allow SQL Injection when a plugin or theme passes untrusted input to the parameter.

SeverityMedium
CVSS5.9
Exploit probability93. percentile5.3%
ProductWordPress Core
PublishedJul 17, 2026
First seenJul 17, 2026
Added to KEVJul 21, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-89SQL injection

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.

CISA due date: Aug 4, 2026
Update
  • wordpress wordpress6.8.6, 6.9.5, 7.0.2 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
wordpress wordpress6.8 ≤ v < 6.8.6, 6.9 ≤ v < 6.9.5, 7.0 ≤ v < 7.0.26.8.6, 6.9.5, 7.0.2

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