CVE-2026-28009
Local File Inclusion in ThemeREX DroneX
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-06
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| themerex | dronex | to 1.1.12 (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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-28009 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress DroneX Theme versions up to and including 1.1.12.
This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filename for include/require statements in PHP.
As a result, sensitive information such as database credentials can be exposed.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to the exposure of sensitive information including database credentials.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "Depending on the website's configuration, an attacker could potentially achieve a complete database takeover."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'The vulnerability has a high severity score (CVSS 8.1), indicating a high risk and likelihood of exploitation.'}] [1]
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "To mitigate the CVE-2026-28009 Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the WordPress DroneX Theme (versions up to 1.1.12), users should immediately implement Patchstack's automatic blocking rule. This mitigation can block attacks exploiting this flaw until an official patch is released and safely applied."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': "Apply Patchstack's mitigation rule to block exploitation attempts."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Monitor for updates and apply the official patch once it becomes available.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Avoid using vulnerable versions of the DroneX theme (≤ 1.1.12) if possible.'}] [1]