CVE-2026-28081: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Windsor
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ThemeREX Windsor windsor allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Windsor: from n/a through <= 2.5.0.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28081 in ThemeREX Windsor arises from improper control over filenames used in PHP include or require statements. This flaw enables PHP Local File Inclusion, allowing an attacker to include and execute local files on the server. The affected versions are from initial releases through version 2.5.0. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and requiring no privileges or user interaction but with high attack complexity. No patch or official fix information is available at this time.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to local file inclusion on the affected server, potentially allowing attackers to read sensitive files, execute arbitrary code, or cause denial of service. The CVSS score of 8.1 reflects a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There are no known exploits in the wild currently.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider restricting access to vulnerable installations and applying any available workarounds from the vendor. Monitor official ThemeREX channels for updates regarding patches or mitigations.
CVE-2026-28081: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Windsor
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ThemeREX Windsor windsor allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Windsor: from n/a through <= 2.5.0.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28081 in ThemeREX Windsor arises from improper control over filenames used in PHP include or require statements. This flaw enables PHP Local File Inclusion, allowing an attacker to include and execute local files on the server. The affected versions are from initial releases through version 2.5.0. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and requiring no privileges or user interaction but with high attack complexity. No patch or official fix information is available at this time.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to local file inclusion on the affected server, potentially allowing attackers to read sensitive files, execute arbitrary code, or cause denial of service. The CVSS score of 8.1 reflects a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There are no known exploits in the wild currently.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider restricting access to vulnerable installations and applying any available workarounds from the vendor. Monitor official ThemeREX channels for updates regarding patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-25T12:13:47.060Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69a92064d1a09e29cbe6ceb6
Added to database: 3/5/2026, 6:19:16 AM
Last enriched: 4/29/2026, 5:39:22 AM
Last updated: 6/3/2026, 10:04:24 AM
Views: 132
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