CVE-2026-27995
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Local File Inclusion in ThemeREX Justitia

Publication date: 2026-03-05

Last updated on: 2026-03-06

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ThemeREX Justitia justitia allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Justitia: from n/a through <= 1.1.0.
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Published
2026-03-05
Last Modified
2026-03-06
Generated
2026-06-16
AI Q&A
2026-03-05
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-27995
EUVD
EUVD-2026-9665
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Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
themerex justitia to 1.1.0 (inc)
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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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Executive Summary

CVE-2026-27995 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Justitia Theme versions up to and including 1.1.0.

This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to include and display local files from the target website.

By exploiting this flaw, attackers can access sensitive information such as database credentials.

Impact Analysis

[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to the exposure of sensitive local files on the affected website.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Attackers may gain access to critical information like database credentials.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "Depending on the website's configuration, this could result in a complete database takeover."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'The vulnerability has a high severity score (CVSS 8.1), indicating a significant risk and likelihood of exploitation.'}] [1]

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Mitigation Strategies

Immediate mitigation is recommended to prevent exploitation of the Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the WordPress Justitia Theme versions up to and including 1.1.0.

Since no official patch is currently available, users are strongly advised to apply the Patchstack mitigation rule that can block attacks exploiting this vulnerability.

  • Apply the Patchstack mitigation rule immediately.
  • Monitor your website for any suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts.
  • Plan to update or patch the theme once an official fix is released.
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