CVE-2026-28098: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Save Life
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ThemeREX Save Life save-life allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Save Life: from n/a through <= 1.2.13.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28098 in ThemeREX Save Life arises from improper validation or control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements. This improper control enables PHP Local File Inclusion, which can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or access sensitive files on the server. The issue affects all versions up to and including 1.2.13. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to an attacker including local files on the server, potentially resulting in disclosure of sensitive information, code execution, and full system compromise. The high CVSS score reflects the critical 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 available, users should consider restricting access to vulnerable endpoints and applying web application firewall rules to block suspicious requests targeting file inclusion. Monitor vendor channels for updates and patches addressing this vulnerability.
CVE-2026-28098: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Save Life
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ThemeREX Save Life save-life allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Save Life: from n/a through <= 1.2.13.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28098 in ThemeREX Save Life arises from improper validation or control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements. This improper control enables PHP Local File Inclusion, which can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or access sensitive files on the server. The issue affects all versions up to and including 1.2.13. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to an attacker including local files on the server, potentially resulting in disclosure of sensitive information, code execution, and full system compromise. The high CVSS score reflects the critical 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 available, users should consider restricting access to vulnerable endpoints and applying web application firewall rules to block suspicious requests targeting file inclusion. Monitor vendor channels for updates and patches addressing this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-25T12:13:56.812Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69a92067d1a09e29cbe6cf2d
Added to database: 3/5/2026, 6:19:19 AM
Last enriched: 4/3/2026, 12:15:31 PM
Last updated: 4/19/2026, 9:24:52 PM
Views: 65
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