PatchTheCVECVE-2016-10947: The Post Indexer plugin before 3.0.6.2 for WordPress has SQL injection via the period parameter by a super adm
CVE-2016-10947 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting post indexer. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Post Indexer plugin before 3.0.6.2 for WordPress has SQL injection via the period parameter by a super admin.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.5% (top 25%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2019-09-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2016-10947?
post indexer: upgrade to 3.0.6.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2016-10947 being exploited?
CVE-2016-10947 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2016-10947 affect?
CVE-2016-10947 affects post indexer. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). The Post Indexer plugin before 3.0.6.2 for WordPress has SQL injection via the period parameter by a super admin.
How urgent is CVE-2016-10947?
Priority 49/100. High severity; Public exploit reference
Software pages
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