CVE-2026-103367: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in wpdesk ShopMagic – email automation for WordPress
Description
The ShopMagic – email automation for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 4.9.0 via the 'billing_address.first_name' parameter parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers 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 .php file types can be uploaded and included. Exploitation requires a published recipe that processes the {{ customer.first_name }} placeholder — the plugin's built-in "New Order email with social media profile links" recipe satisfies this requirement out of the box, making the default configuration exploitable with no account, cookie, or nonce by simply submitting a guest checkout with the payload as the billing first name.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
wpdesk
ShopMagic – email automation for WordPress
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-103367 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the ShopMagic – email automation for WordPress plugin affecting versions up to 4.9.0. The vulnerability is due to improper control of the filename used in an include or require statement, specifically via the 'billing_address.first_name' parameter. This allows unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary PHP files on the server. The plugin's default "New Order email with social media profile links" recipe processes the {{ customer.first_name }} placeholder, enabling exploitation by submitting a guest checkout with a malicious payload in the billing first name field. This can lead to remote code execution, bypass of access controls, and exposure of sensitive data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server hosting the vulnerable plugin. This can lead to full compromise of the affected system, including bypassing access controls and accessing sensitive information. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 8.1, reflecting its potential severity. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, it is recommended to disable or restrict the use of the vulnerable parameter or the affected recipe if possible. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-30T13:00:40.507Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6acf33f62cdf04f6565a99b3
Added to database: 10/14/2026, 07:49:10 UTC
Last enriched: 10/14/2026, 08:03:46 UTC
Last updated: 10/14/2026, 19:00:32 UTC
Views: 13
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