CVE-2020-36723
MediumExploitedListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme < 2.6.1 - Sensitive Information Disclosure
Published Dec 16, 2020 · Updated Apr 8, 2026 · Also known as b9b21f8e-8d66-4d3e-a383-bea20a3c4498
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-36723 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.3 v3.1) affecting Listingpro (Cridio), ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Oct 27, 2025. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 1.6% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Listingpro 2.6.1, ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme 2.6.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
5.3
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
1.6%
Higher than 75.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
The ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Data Exposure in versions before 2.6.1 via the ~/listingpro-plugin/functions.php file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data including usernames, full names, email addresses, phone numbers, physical addresses and user post counts.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Oct 27, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| ListingproCridio | See advisory | 2.6.1 |
| ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme | See advisory | 2.6.1 |
Patched Releases
Listingpro
2.6.1
ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme
2.6.1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 16, 2020
Added to Industry KEV feed
Oct 27, 2025
Last updated
Apr 8, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-200 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
References
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b9b21f8e-8d66-4d3e-a383-bea20a3c4498?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b9b21f8e-8d66-4d3e-a383-bea20a3c4498?source=api-scan
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b9b21f8e-8d66-4d3e-a383-bea20a3c4498?source=cve
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploithttps://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-listingpro-theme-fixed-a-critical-vulnerability/
FAQ
Common Questions.
The ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Data Exposure in versions before 2.6.1 via the ~/listingpro-plugin/functions.php file.
Affected: Listingpro (Cridio); ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Oct 27, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Listingpro 2.6.1, ListingPro - WordPress Directory & Listing Theme 2.6.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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