CVE-2026-28046
Local File Inclusion in Law Office Plugin ≤ 3.3.0 Allows Code Execution
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 | law_office | to 3.3.0 (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-2026-28046 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Law Office Theme versions up to and including 3.3.0.
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filename parameters in PHP include/require statements.
As a result, attackers can potentially access sensitive information stored on the server, 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?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since no official patch is currently available for this Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the WordPress Law Office Theme up to version 3.3.0, immediate mitigation is critical.
- Apply the mitigation rule issued by Patchstack to block attacks targeting this vulnerability.
- Monitor your website for any suspicious activity that might indicate exploitation attempts.
- Plan to update or patch the theme as soon as an official fix is released.