CVE-2026-28118: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in axiomthemes Welldone
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in axiomthemes Welldone welldone allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Welldone: from n/a through <= 2.4.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28118 in axiomthemes Welldone arises from improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements. This flaw enables PHP Local File Inclusion, allowing attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files on the server. The affected versions are from initial releases through version 2.4. 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 high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or vendor advisory is available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to local file inclusion on the affected server, which may allow 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 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, users should consider restricting access to vulnerable endpoints and applying any available workarounds recommended by the vendor. Avoid exposing the affected application to untrusted networks if possible.
CVE-2026-28118: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in axiomthemes Welldone
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in axiomthemes Welldone welldone allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Welldone: from n/a through <= 2.4.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28118 in axiomthemes Welldone arises from improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements. This flaw enables PHP Local File Inclusion, allowing attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files on the server. The affected versions are from initial releases through version 2.4. 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 high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or vendor advisory is available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to local file inclusion on the affected server, which may allow 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 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, users should consider restricting access to vulnerable endpoints and applying any available workarounds recommended by the vendor. Avoid exposing the affected application to untrusted networks if possible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-25T12:14:07.578Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69a92069d1a09e29cbe6cf6a
Added to database: 3/5/2026, 6:19:21 AM
Last enriched: 4/29/2026, 5:43:14 AM
Last updated: 6/3/2026, 7:05:10 AM
Views: 143
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