PatchSiren cyber security CVE debrief
CVE-2026-15018 davejesch CVE debrief
The Database Collation Fix plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to time-based SQL Injection via the 'force-collation-algorithm' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.10 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database. Exploitation requires a trigger.txt file to be present in the plugin's directory (/wp-content/plugins/database-collation-fix/trigger.txt), a condition created by DesktopServer integration events such as site creation, copy, import, move, export, or deploy. The vulnerability allows attackers to potentially extract sensitive information, emphasizing the need for immediate attention and remediation.
- Vendor
- davejesch
- Product
- Database Collation Fix
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 5.3
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-08-01
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-08-01
- Advisory published
- 2026-08-01
- Advisory updated
- 2026-08-01
Who should care
WordPress users and administrators who have installed the Database Collation Fix plugin, especially those with sensitive information stored in their databases, should prioritize updating the plugin to mitigate the risk of SQL injection attacks. Additionally, users should verify the presence of the trigger.txt file in the plugin's directory and take appropriate measures to secure their databases. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments are also recommended to identify and address potential security issues.
Technical summary
The Database Collation Fix plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to time-based SQL Injection via the 'force-collation-algorithm' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.10. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to append additional SQL queries into existing queries, potentially leading to the extraction of sensitive information from the database. Exploitation requires a trigger.txt file to be present in the plugin's directory, which can be created by DesktopServer integration events.
Defensive priority
Medium priority due to the CVSS score of 5.3 and the potential for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive information from the database.
Recommended defensive actions
- Inventory and verify the version of the Database Collation Fix plugin for WordPress.
- Check for the presence of the trigger.txt file in the plugin's directory.
- Apply vendor remediation when available.
- Monitor for potential SQL injection attacks.
- Implement compensating controls such as web application firewalls.
- Perform regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
Evidence notes
The vulnerability exists in the Database Collation Fix plugin for WordPress, specifically in versions up to and including 1.2.10. The plugin is vulnerable to time-based SQL Injection via the 'force-collation-algorithm' parameter. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to append additional SQL queries into existing queries, potentially leading to the extraction of sensitive information from the database. A trigger.txt file must be present in the plugin's directory for exploitation to occur, a condition that can be created by DesktopServer integration events.
Official resources
AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-08-01T09:16:58.750Z and has not been modified since then.