Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in Elated-Themes Academist… (CVE-2026-112820)

CVE-2026-112820 describes a vulnerability in the Elated-Themes Academist Core plugin where improper control of the filename parameter in PHP include/require statements leads to a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability. This flaw allows an attacker to include files on the server, potentially leading to code execution or disclosure of sensitive information. The vulnerability affects versions up to and including 1.4.1. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating a high severity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Successful exploitation can lead to full compromise of the affected system, including unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data, modification of application behavior, or denial of service. The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to include local files via crafted requests, which can result in remote code execution or information leakage.

No patch or official fix information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict access to vulnerable endpoints and consider disabling the affected plugin if possible.