CVE-2024-3136: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in stylemix MasterStudy LMS WordPress Plugin – for Online Courses and Education
The MasterStudy LMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.3 via the 'template' parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers 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 images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-3136 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the stylemix MasterStudy LMS WordPress plugin for online courses and education. The issue exists in all versions up to and including 3.3.3, where the 'template' parameter is improperly controlled, allowing unauthenticated attackers to include arbitrary files on the server. This can lead to execution of arbitrary PHP code, bypassing access controls and exposing sensitive information. The vulnerability is tracked under CWE-98 and has a critical CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code on the affected server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data disclosure, and bypass of access controls. The high CVSS score reflects the ease of exploitation and the severity of 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, users should consider disabling or removing the vulnerable plugin to prevent exploitation. Monitor the vendor's channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2024-3136: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in stylemix MasterStudy LMS WordPress Plugin – for Online Courses and Education
Description
The MasterStudy LMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.3 via the 'template' parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers 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 images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-3136 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the stylemix MasterStudy LMS WordPress plugin for online courses and education. The issue exists in all versions up to and including 3.3.3, where the 'template' parameter is improperly controlled, allowing unauthenticated attackers to include arbitrary files on the server. This can lead to execution of arbitrary PHP code, bypassing access controls and exposing sensitive information. The vulnerability is tracked under CWE-98 and has a critical CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code on the affected server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data disclosure, and bypass of access controls. The high CVSS score reflects the ease of exploitation and the severity of 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, users should consider disabling or removing the vulnerable plugin to prevent exploitation. Monitor the vendor's channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-04-01T14:27:54.812Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6c8cb7ef31ef0b566271
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:41:32 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 2:12:50 PM
Last updated: 4/11/2026, 10:12:25 PM
Views: 10
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