WordPress · Core
CVE-2026-63030
WordPress < 7.0.2 - REST API batch-route confusion and SQL injection issue leading to Remote Code Execution
What it is
WordPress 6.9.x before 6.9.5 and 7.0.x before 7.0.2 is affected by a REST API batch endpoint route confusion issue which, combined with the author__not_in WP_Query SQL Injection (CVE-2026-60137), could allow an attacker to perform SQL Injection and achieve Remote Code Execution.
CISA: WordPress Core contains an interpretation conflict vulnerability that could allow an attacker to perform SQL Injection and achieve Remote Code Execution. This vulnerability can be chained with CVE-2026-60137.
What to do
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.
Deadline for US federal agencies: July 24, 2026
More exploited flaws from WordPress
| Added | Vulnerability | Product | Severity | Attack chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | Remote File Inclusion | Core | High 8.1 | 96% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | SQL Injection | Core | Medium 5.9 | 5.3% |
| Nov 3, 2021 | Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) | Social Warfare Plugin | Medium 6.1 | 73% |
| Nov 3, 2021 | File Download | Snap Creek Duplicator Plugin | High 7.5 | 98% |
| Nov 3, 2021 | Remote Code Execution | File Manager Plugin | Critical 10.0 | 97% |
Sources: Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (CISA, public domain), CVE records (cve.org) and EPSS (FIRST). The chance of attacks is the EPSS estimate that someone will try to exploit the flaw in the next 30 days.