CVE-2025-13886: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in cvedovini LT Unleashed
The LT Unleashed plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.1 via the 'template' parameter in the `book` shortcode due to insufficient path sanitization. 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 files such as wp-config.php can be included.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-13886 describes a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the LT Unleashed WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.1.1). The issue arises from improper control of the filename used in an include/require statement, specifically via the 'template' parameter in the 'book' shortcode. This allows authenticated attackers with at least Contributor privileges to include arbitrary files on the server, enabling execution of PHP code contained in those files. The vulnerability can be leveraged to bypass access controls and access sensitive configuration files, posing a high risk to affected installations.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated users with Contributor-level access or higher to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can lead to privilege escalation, unauthorized data disclosure (including sensitive files like wp-config.php), and full compromise of the affected WordPress site. The CVSS score of 7.5 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
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 LT Unleashed plugin vendor or WordPress security advisories to apply patches once released.
CVE-2025-13886: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in cvedovini LT Unleashed
Description
The LT Unleashed plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.1 via the 'template' parameter in the `book` shortcode due to insufficient path sanitization. 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 files such as wp-config.php can be included.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-13886 describes a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the LT Unleashed WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.1.1). The issue arises from improper control of the filename used in an include/require statement, specifically via the 'template' parameter in the 'book' shortcode. This allows authenticated attackers with at least Contributor privileges to include arbitrary files on the server, enabling execution of PHP code contained in those files. The vulnerability can be leveraged to bypass access controls and access sensitive configuration files, posing a high risk to affected installations.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated users with Contributor-level access or higher to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can lead to privilege escalation, unauthorized data disclosure (including sensitive files like wp-config.php), and full compromise of the affected WordPress site. The CVSS score of 7.5 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
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 LT Unleashed plugin vendor or WordPress security advisories to apply patches once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-12-02T14:39:54.615Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 693b7fd3650da22753e7b18e
Added to database: 12/12/2025, 2:37:07 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 9:41:07 AM
Last updated: 5/6/2026, 4:56:24 AM
Views: 160
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