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CVE-2026-42710 10Web CVE debrief
A SQL Injection vulnerability exists in the WordPress Slider by 10Web plugin versions up to 1.2.63. This issue allows for Blind SQL Injection, posing a significant risk to affected systems. The vulnerability can lead to potential unauthorized access to sensitive data, possible disruption of website functionality, and risk of lateral movement within the network. WordPress administrators and users of the Slider by 10Web plugin should assess their exposure and prioritize remediation by updating the plugin to a version beyond 1.2.63 and implementing additional security measures.
- Vendor
- 10Web
- Product
- Slider by 10Web
- CVSS
- HIGH 7.6
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-10-07
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-10-07
- Advisory published
- 2026-10-07
- Advisory updated
- 2026-10-07
Who should care
WordPress administrators and users of the Slider by 10Web plugin should assess their exposure and prioritize remediation. This includes reviewing and restricting database privileges for the WordPress plugin, implementing additional monitoring and logging to detect potential SQL Injection attempts, and updating the plugin to a version beyond 1.2.63. Additionally, security teams and vulnerability management teams may
Why it matters
CVE-2026-42710 is a SQL Injection vulnerability in the WordPress Slider by 10Web plugin that requires immediate attention from WordPress administrators and users of the affected plugin. The vulnerability allows for Blind SQL Injection, posing risks of unauthorized data access and potential website disruption. Remediation involves updating the plugin to a version beyond 1.2.63 and implementing additional security measures.
- Potential unauthorized access to sensitive data
- Possible disruption of website functionality
- Risk of lateral movement within the network
- Need for verification of plugin version and database security
Technical summary
The WordPress Slider by 10Web plugin versions up to 1.2.63 are vulnerable to SQL Injection, specifically Blind SQL Injection. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-42710 and has a CVSS score of 7.6, indicating a high severity level. The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious SQL code, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and website disruption. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is essential to update the plugin to a version beyond 1.2.63 and implement additional monitoring and logging to detect potential SQL Injection attempts.
Defensive priority
High priority remediation is recommended for WordPress installations using the Slider by 10Web plugin version 1.2.63 or earlier.
Recommended defensive actions
- Update the Slider by 10Web plugin to a version beyond 1.2.63.
- Implement additional monitoring and logging to detect potential SQL Injection attempts.
- Review and restrict database privileges for the WordPress plugin.
Evidence notes
The CVE record and source item provide details on the SQL Injection vulnerability in the WordPress Slider by 10Web plugin. The vendor, 10Web, has been notified and has provided information on the affected product.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-42710 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-42710
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-42710 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-42710
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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WordPress Slider by 10Web plugin <= 1.2.63 - SQL Injection vulnerability
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/42xxx/CVE-2026-42710.json
cve_program_cvelist_v5
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.