CVE-2026-28021
Local File Inclusion in Craftis ≤ 1.2.8 Enables Code Execution
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-06
Assigner: Patchstack
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| themerex | craftis | to 1.2.8 (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-2026-28021 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress Craftis Theme versions up to and including 1.2.8.
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers 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, attackers can potentially access sensitive information stored on the server.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive information such as database credentials.
Depending on the website’s configuration, an attacker could achieve a complete database takeover.
Since the vulnerability requires no authentication to exploit, it poses a high risk to affected websites.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
I don't know
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?
Since no official patch is currently available for this vulnerability, immediate mitigation involves applying available protective measures to block exploitation attempts.
- Implement the mitigation rule released by Patchstack that blocks attacks exploiting this Local File Inclusion vulnerability.
- Restrict access to the vulnerable WordPress Craftis Theme by limiting permissions or disabling it if possible.
- Monitor web server logs for suspicious activity and block IP addresses attempting exploitation.
- Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF) configured to detect and block LFI attack patterns.
These steps help protect affected websites until an official patch is developed, tested, and safely applied.