CVE-2024-6589: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in thimpress LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin for Create and Sell Online Courses
The LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.6.8.2 via the 'render_content_block_template' function. 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.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-6589 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the LearnPress WordPress LMS plugin affecting all versions up to 4.2.6.8.2. The flaw resides in the 'render_content_block_template' function, which improperly controls filenames used in include/require statements. Authenticated attackers with Contributor-level permissions or higher can exploit this to include arbitrary files, leading to remote code execution. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-98 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with Contributor-level access or above to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can result in bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects the 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 an official fix is available, restrict Contributor-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from the vendor (thimpress) regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2024-6589: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in thimpress LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin for Create and Sell Online Courses
Description
The LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.6.8.2 via the 'render_content_block_template' function. 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.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-6589 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the LearnPress WordPress LMS plugin affecting all versions up to 4.2.6.8.2. The flaw resides in the 'render_content_block_template' function, which improperly controls filenames used in include/require statements. Authenticated attackers with Contributor-level permissions or higher can exploit this to include arbitrary files, leading to remote code execution. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-98 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with Contributor-level access or above to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can result in bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects the 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 an official fix is available, restrict Contributor-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from the vendor (thimpress) regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-07-08T22:19:26.922Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6c08b7ef31ef0b55f2df
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:39:20 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:11:35 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 1:40:34 PM
Views: 9
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