CVE-2026-28052
Local File Inclusion in Peter Mason ThemeREX
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-05
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| patchstack | peter_mason_theme | to 1.4.5 (inc) |
| petermason | theme_rex | to 1.4.5 (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?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'CVE-2026-28052 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Peter Mason Theme versions up to and including 1.4.5.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to include and display local files from the target website's server."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'By exploiting this flaw, attackers can potentially access sensitive information such as database credentials.'}] [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to severe security risks including exposure of sensitive files on the server.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "Attackers may gain access to critical information like database credentials, which could result in a complete database takeover depending on the website's configuration."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Since the vulnerability requires no authentication, it poses a high risk of exploitation.'}] [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation is recommended to prevent exploitation of the Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the WordPress Peter Mason Theme versions up to 1.4.5.
Since no official patch is currently available, users are strongly advised to implement the mitigation rule provided by Patchstack, which can block attacks targeting this vulnerability.
- Apply Patchstack’s mitigation rule immediately to protect your website.
- Monitor your website for any suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts.