CVE-2026-7522: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in SigmaPlugin Advanced Database Cleaner – Premium
The Advanced Database Cleaner – Premium plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in versions up to, and including, 4.1.0 via the 'template' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, 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.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-7522 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the SigmaPlugin Advanced Database Cleaner – Premium WordPress plugin versions up to 4.1.0. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'template' parameter, which allows authenticated users with Subscriber-level privileges or higher to include arbitrary PHP files on the server. This improper control of filename input can lead to remote code execution by executing attacker-supplied PHP code. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been published as of the provided data.
Potential Impact
Exploitation allows authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber-level) to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server by including malicious files. This can result in bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict plugin usage to trusted users only and consider disabling or removing the plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from SigmaPlugin regarding a security patch.
CVE-2026-7522: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in SigmaPlugin Advanced Database Cleaner – Premium
Description
The Advanced Database Cleaner – Premium plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in versions up to, and including, 4.1.0 via the 'template' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, 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.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Affected software
Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-7522 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the SigmaPlugin Advanced Database Cleaner – Premium WordPress plugin versions up to 4.1.0. The flaw exists in the handling of the 'template' parameter, which allows authenticated users with Subscriber-level privileges or higher to include arbitrary PHP files on the server. This improper control of filename input can lead to remote code execution by executing attacker-supplied PHP code. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been published as of the provided data.
Potential Impact
Exploitation allows authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber-level) to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server by including malicious files. This can result in bypassing access controls, unauthorized data disclosure, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict plugin usage to trusted users only and consider disabling or removing the plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from SigmaPlugin regarding a security patch.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-30T16:54:22.453Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a0d40a7ba1db473623bbe9c
Added to database: 05/20/2026, 05:03:35 UTC
Last enriched: 05/20/2026, 05:18:33 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:23:00 UTC
Views: 97
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