CVE-2024-12859: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in PX-lab BoomBox Theme Extensions
The BoomBox Theme Extensions plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.0 via the 'boombox_listing' shortcode 'type' attribute. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where php file type can be uploaded and included.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-12859 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the BoomBox Theme Extensions WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 1.8.0. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'boombox_listing' shortcode's 'type' attribute, which allows authenticated users with contributor or higher privileges to include arbitrary files on the server. This can lead to execution of arbitrary PHP code, enabling attackers to bypass access controls, access sensitive information, or achieve remote code execution if PHP files can be uploaded and included.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated attackers with contributor-level or higher permissions to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server, bypass access controls, and access sensitive data. This can compromise the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the affected system. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict contributor-level permissions to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the 'boombox_listing' shortcode usage. Avoid uploading PHP files if possible and consider disabling or removing the BoomBox Theme Extensions plugin if it is not essential.
CVE-2024-12859: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in PX-lab BoomBox Theme Extensions
Description
The BoomBox Theme Extensions plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.0 via the 'boombox_listing' shortcode 'type' attribute. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where php file type can be uploaded and included.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-12859 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the BoomBox Theme Extensions WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 1.8.0. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'boombox_listing' shortcode's 'type' attribute, which allows authenticated users with contributor or higher privileges to include arbitrary files on the server. This can lead to execution of arbitrary PHP code, enabling attackers to bypass access controls, access sensitive information, or achieve remote code execution if PHP files can be uploaded and included.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated attackers with contributor-level or higher permissions to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server, bypass access controls, and access sensitive data. This can compromise the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the affected system. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict contributor-level permissions to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the 'boombox_listing' shortcode usage. Avoid uploading PHP files if possible and consider disabling or removing the BoomBox Theme Extensions plugin if it is not essential.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-12-20T16:55:39.861Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6e4bb7ef31ef0b59c684
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:48:59 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 6:29:09 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 5:32:05 PM
Views: 20
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