CVE-2026-28041: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in AncoraThemes Grit
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in AncoraThemes Grit grit allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Grit: from n/a through <= 1.0.1.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in AncoraThemes Grit arises from improper validation or control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements, enabling PHP Local File Inclusion. It affects versions up to and including 1.0.1. The CVSS 3.1 vector (AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H) indicates network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, unchanged scope, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to local file inclusion on the affected server, allowing attackers to read sensitive files, execute arbitrary code, or cause denial of service. The high CVSS score reflects the critical impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running the vulnerable software.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor AncoraThemes communications for updates. Until a fix is available, restricting access to the vulnerable application and limiting exposure to untrusted networks may reduce risk.
CVE-2026-28041: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in AncoraThemes Grit
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in AncoraThemes Grit grit allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Grit: from n/a through <= 1.0.1.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in AncoraThemes Grit arises from improper validation or control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements, enabling PHP Local File Inclusion. It affects versions up to and including 1.0.1. The CVSS 3.1 vector (AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H) indicates network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, unchanged scope, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to local file inclusion on the affected server, allowing attackers to read sensitive files, execute arbitrary code, or cause denial of service. The high CVSS score reflects the critical impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running the vulnerable software.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor AncoraThemes communications for updates. Until a fix is available, restricting access to the vulnerable application and limiting exposure to untrusted networks may reduce risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-25T12:13:25.489Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69a9205dd1a09e29cbe69ba0
Added to database: 3/5/2026, 6:19:09 AM
Last enriched: 4/3/2026, 12:08:16 PM
Last updated: 4/19/2026, 5:17:37 PM
Views: 55
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