CVE-2024-5345: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in thenahidul Responsive Owl Carousel for Elementor
The Responsive Owl Carousel for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.0 via the layout parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, 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. The inclusion is limited to PHP files.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-5345 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the Responsive Owl Carousel for Elementor plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions up to 1.2.0. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'layout' parameter, which allows authenticated users with Contributor or higher privileges to include arbitrary PHP files on the server. This inclusion enables execution of any PHP code within those files, potentially leading to privilege escalation, data disclosure, or full code execution on the affected system. The vulnerability requires authentication and is limited to PHP files only.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated attackers with Contributor-level access or above to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can result in bypassing access controls, unauthorized data access, and full server compromise. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.
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 access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the plugin. Consider disabling or removing the plugin if it is not essential.
CVE-2024-5345: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in thenahidul Responsive Owl Carousel for Elementor
Description
The Responsive Owl Carousel for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.0 via the layout parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, 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. The inclusion is limited to PHP files.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-5345 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the Responsive Owl Carousel for Elementor plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions up to 1.2.0. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'layout' parameter, which allows authenticated users with Contributor or higher privileges to include arbitrary PHP files on the server. This inclusion enables execution of any PHP code within those files, potentially leading to privilege escalation, data disclosure, or full code execution on the affected system. The vulnerability requires authentication and is limited to PHP files only.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated attackers with Contributor-level access or above to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can result in bypassing access controls, unauthorized data access, and full server compromise. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.
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 access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the plugin. Consider disabling or removing the plugin if it is not essential.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-05-24T20:22:16.974Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6be5b7ef31ef0b55be4c
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:38:45 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:11:42 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 12:48:22 AM
Views: 8
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