CVE-2024-3810: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeNectar Salient Shortcodes
The Salient Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.3 via the 'icon' shortcode 'image' 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-2024-3810 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the ThemeNectar Salient Shortcodes WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 1.5.3. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'icon' shortcode's 'image' attribute, which does not properly control file inclusion. Authenticated users with contributor or higher privileges can exploit this to include arbitrary files, leading to remote code execution if PHP files can be uploaded and included. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-98 (Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement).
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated attacker with contributor-level permissions or higher to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can lead to bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The CVSS 3.1 score of 8.8 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or fix is currently documented in the provided data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict contributor-level access and higher to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from ThemeNectar regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2024-3810: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeNectar Salient Shortcodes
Description
The Salient Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.3 via the 'icon' shortcode 'image' 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-2024-3810 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the ThemeNectar Salient Shortcodes WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 1.5.3. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'icon' shortcode's 'image' attribute, which does not properly control file inclusion. Authenticated users with contributor or higher privileges can exploit this to include arbitrary files, leading to remote code execution if PHP files can be uploaded and included. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-98 (Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement).
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated attacker with contributor-level permissions or higher to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can lead to bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The CVSS 3.1 score of 8.8 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or fix is currently documented in the provided data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict contributor-level access and higher to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from ThemeNectar regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-04-15T13:17:00.227Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6c9db7ef31ef0b566d74
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:41:49 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 7:36:41 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 7:58:48 AM
Views: 10
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