Critical severity9.8NVD Advisory· Published Aug 13, 2026· Updated Sep 9, 2026
CVE-2026-73533
CVE-2026-73533
Description
Ninja Tables Pro 5.2.11 contains an embedded malicious code vulnerability introduced via a tampered plugin build served through a decommissioned update server. The tampered build introduced a rogue PHP file (app/Library/updater/NinjaTableDataSync.php) that established a backdoor REST API endpoint, dropped persistent PHP files in mu-plugins and uploads directories, installed a passwordless administrator account, and registered scheduled tasks that survived plugin removal.
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Affected products
2- Range: <5.2.11
- Range: <5.2.11
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
3News mentions
1- WordPress: 24 Plugin Flaws Including Critical Backdoors and Account Takeovers Disclosed TogetherVypr Intelligence · Aug 14, 2026