CVE-2026-60137
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.
Actively exploited
- In the CISA exploited-vulnerabilities catalogue since Jul 21, 2026
- US federal agencies must remediate it by Aug 4, 2026 (BOD 22-01)
- Attacked 1 day before the vulnerability was made public
- Confirmed by sensors, not only by reports
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.
Source: CISA KEV · Oct 13, 2026 Sep 21, 2026 Aug 20, 2026 Aug 7, 2026 Jul 31, 2026 Jul 29, 2026
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:NAffected products
| Vendors | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress | wordpress | < 6.8.6 |
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