CVE-2026-3326
HighExploitedPublic exploitThe Xstore WordPress theme before 9.7.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement via an AJAX action available to unauthenticated users, leading to a SQL injection
Published Jun 10, 2026 · Updated Jul 23, 2026 · Also known as EUVD-2026-35985, c80e9dc6-6a0a-4bdf-bcc4-52df9cc4c405
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-3326 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.6 v3.1) affecting XStore (wordpress-theme).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Oct 13, 2026. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 1.6% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including XStore 9.7.3.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
8.6
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
1.6%
Higher than 74.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The Xstore WordPress theme before 9.7.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement via an AJAX action available to unauthenticated users, leading to a SQL injection
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Oct 13, 2026 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| XStorewordpress-theme | See advisory | 9.7.3 |
Patched Releases
XStore
9.7.3
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 10, 2026
Last updated
Jul 23, 2026
Added to Industry KEV feed
Oct 13, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c80e9dc6-6a0a-4bdf-bcc4-52df9cc4c405?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c80e9dc6-6a0a-4bdf-bcc4-52df9cc4c405?source=api-scan
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- otherhttps://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2c5bdb17-8b12-45b5-878b-627056dc8956/
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Xstore WordPress theme before 9.7.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement via an AJAX action available to unauthenticated users, leading to a SQL injection
Affected: XStore (wordpress-theme). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Oct 13, 2026.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including XStore 9.7.3.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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