CVE-2026-28081
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in ThemeREX Windsor
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 |
|---|---|---|
| themerex | windsor | to 2.5.0 (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-2026-28081 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress Windsor Theme versions up to and including 2.5.0.
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.
It is classified under OWASP Top 10 A3: Injection vulnerabilities.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Exploiting this vulnerability could expose sensitive files on the target website, such as those containing database credentials.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "This exposure could potentially lead to a complete database takeover depending on the site's configuration."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'The vulnerability has a high severity score of 8.1, indicating a strong likelihood of exploitation and a highly dangerous risk.'}] [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?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'CVE-2026-28081 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability affecting the WordPress Windsor Theme versions up to 2.5.0. Detection typically involves monitoring for attempts to include local files via HTTP requests targeting vulnerable parameters in the theme.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'While no specific commands are provided in the available resources, common detection methods include inspecting web server logs for suspicious requests containing file inclusion patterns such as "../" sequences or attempts to access sensitive files like /etc/passwd or configuration files.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) or web application firewalls (WAFs) can be configured to alert on such patterns. Additionally, Patchstack has issued a mitigation rule that can help block attacks targeting this vulnerability, which may also assist in detection.'}] [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since no official patch is currently available for CVE-2026-28081, immediate mitigation involves implementing the Patchstack mitigation rule designed to block attacks targeting this Local File Inclusion vulnerability.
Users are strongly advised to apply this mitigation immediately to protect their websites from exploitation.
Additionally, monitoring and restricting access to sensitive files and ensuring that the WordPress Windsor Theme is updated once an official patch is released are recommended steps.