CVE-2024-5503: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in codevibrant WP Blog Post Layouts
The WP Blog Post Layouts plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary PHP 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-2024-5503 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) affecting the WP Blog Post Layouts WordPress plugin by codevibrant. The flaw allows authenticated attackers with Contributor-level privileges or above to include arbitrary PHP files via manipulated include/require statements. This can lead to remote code execution by executing attacker-controlled PHP code on the server. The vulnerability exists in all plugin versions up to 1.1.3. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and requiring privileges but no user interaction.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation enables attackers with Contributor or higher privileges to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server hosting the WordPress site. This can lead to bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, restrict Contributor-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from the plugin vendor or WordPress plugin repository for an official fix. Avoid uploading or including untrusted files that could be used to exploit this vulnerability.
CVE-2024-5503: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in codevibrant WP Blog Post Layouts
Description
The WP Blog Post Layouts plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary PHP 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.
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-5503 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) affecting the WP Blog Post Layouts WordPress plugin by codevibrant. The flaw allows authenticated attackers with Contributor-level privileges or above to include arbitrary PHP files via manipulated include/require statements. This can lead to remote code execution by executing attacker-controlled PHP code on the server. The vulnerability exists in all plugin versions up to 1.1.3. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and requiring privileges but no user interaction.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation enables attackers with Contributor or higher privileges to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server hosting the WordPress site. This can lead to bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, restrict Contributor-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from the plugin vendor or WordPress plugin repository for an official fix. Avoid uploading or including untrusted files that could be used to exploit this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-05-29T21:04:26.643Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6be9b7ef31ef0b55c10b
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:38:49 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 2:44:26 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 5:55:47 PM
Views: 11
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