CVE-2026-28028
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in MoneyFlow ThemeREX Plugin
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 | moneyflow | to 1.0 (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-2026-28028 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress MoneyFlow Theme versions up to and including 1.0.
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website.
By exploiting this flaw, attackers can potentially access sensitive information such as database credentials.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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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?
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website, which may be detected by monitoring for unusual HTTP requests that attempt to include local files via the MoneyFlow theme.
Since no official patch is available, detection can focus on identifying exploitation attempts by looking for suspicious URL parameters or requests that try to include local files.
Specific commands are not provided in the available resources, but typical detection methods include analyzing web server logs for requests containing suspicious include or require statements or unusual file paths.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation is advised to prevent exploitation of this high-severity Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the MoneyFlow theme.
- Apply the mitigation rule issued by Patchstack to block attacks targeting this vulnerability until an official patch is released.
- Monitor your web server logs for suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts.
- Consider disabling or removing the vulnerable MoneyFlow theme if possible until a patch is available.