CVE-2026-27081
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in Mikado-Themes Rosebud
Publication date: 2026-03-25
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| mikado-themes | rosebud | to 1.4 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-98 | The PHP application receives input from an upstream component, but it does not restrict or incorrectly restricts the input before its usage in "require," "include," or similar functions. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-27081 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Rosebud Theme versions up to and including 1.4. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit improper control of filename parameters used in PHP include or require statements.
By exploiting this flaw, attackers can include and display local files from the target website, potentially exposing sensitive information such as database credentials.
This vulnerability is classified under OWASP Top 10 A3: Injection and has a high severity score of 8.1, indicating a significant risk.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to the exposure of sensitive files on the affected website, including those containing database credentials.
Depending on the website's configuration, attackers could leverage this information to take over the entire database.
Because the vulnerability can be exploited without authentication, it poses a high risk of mass attacks targeting many websites.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filename in include/require statements.
Detection can involve monitoring web server logs for suspicious requests attempting to include local files, such as requests containing file path traversal patterns or parameters that reference local files.
Specific commands are not provided in the available resources, but common approaches include using tools like grep to search web server logs for suspicious patterns, for example:
- grep -iE "(\.|%2e){2,}/" /var/log/apache2/access.log
- grep -i "include" /var/log/apache2/access.log
Additionally, web application firewalls or intrusion detection systems can be configured to detect and alert on attempts to exploit Local File Inclusion vulnerabilities.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since no official patch is currently available for this vulnerability, immediate mitigation is critical to prevent exploitation.
- Apply the mitigation rule released by Patchstack that can block attacks exploiting this Local File Inclusion vulnerability.
- Update the affected Rosebud theme to a version beyond 1.4 once an official patch is released.
- Seek assistance from your hosting provider or web developer to implement mitigation measures promptly.
Using automated vulnerability protection services, such as those offered by Patchstack, can also help safeguard affected websites until a patch is available.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the Rosebud WordPress theme allows attackers to access sensitive files, such as those containing database credentials. This exposure can lead to unauthorized access and potential full database takeover, which may result in the compromise of personal or protected data.
Such unauthorized access and data exposure can negatively impact compliance with common standards and regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which require the protection of sensitive personal and health information. Failure to secure data against such vulnerabilities could lead to data breaches, regulatory penalties, and loss of trust.
Therefore, organizations using the affected Rosebud theme should promptly apply mitigation measures or updates to reduce the risk of exploitation and maintain compliance with these regulations.