CVE-2024-4258: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in yotuwp Video Gallery – YouTube Playlist, Channel Gallery by YotuWP
The Video Gallery – YouTube Playlist, Channel Gallery by YotuWP plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.13 via the settings 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-2024-4258 is a critical Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the Video Gallery – YouTube Playlist, Channel Gallery by YotuWP WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 1.3.13. The vulnerability arises from improper control of the filename in an include/require statement via the settings parameter, enabling unauthenticated attackers to include arbitrary files on the server. This can lead to remote code execution by executing PHP code within those files, bypassing access controls and exposing sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no vendor advisory or patch link currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code on the affected server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data disclosure, and bypass of access controls. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system, making it critical.
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 version and avoid exposing the affected parameter to untrusted input. Monitor official channels for updates from the vendor.
CVE-2024-4258: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in yotuwp Video Gallery – YouTube Playlist, Channel Gallery by YotuWP
Description
The Video Gallery – YouTube Playlist, Channel Gallery by YotuWP plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.13 via the settings 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-2024-4258 is a critical Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the Video Gallery – YouTube Playlist, Channel Gallery by YotuWP WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 1.3.13. The vulnerability arises from improper control of the filename in an include/require statement via the settings parameter, enabling unauthenticated attackers to include arbitrary files on the server. This can lead to remote code execution by executing PHP code within those files, bypassing access controls and exposing sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no vendor advisory or patch link currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code on the affected server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data disclosure, and bypass of access controls. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system, making it critical.
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 version and avoid exposing the affected parameter to untrusted input. Monitor official channels for updates from the vendor.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-04-26T13:03:50.277Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b84b7ef31ef0b556313
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:37:08 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 2:29:03 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 2:12:08 PM
Views: 11
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