CVE-2026-28088
Local File Inclusion in ThemeREX Aqualots
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-05
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Meta Information
Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| themerex | aqualots | From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.1.6 (inc) |
| themerex | aqualots | to 1.1.6 (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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-28088 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress Aqualots Theme versions up to and including 1.1.6.
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 such as database credentials.
The vulnerability is classified under OWASP Top 10 category A3: Injection, specifically as a Local File Inclusion issue.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive files on the target website, including database credentials.
Depending on the website’s configuration, attackers could achieve complete database takeover.
Since the vulnerability requires no privileges to exploit, it poses a highly critical threat.
The CVSS severity score of 8.1 indicates a high-priority and dangerous threat expected to be exploited in the wild.
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 Aqualots theme up to version 1.1.6, users are advised to immediately apply the mitigation rule issued by Patchstack to block attacks targeting this flaw.
Applying this mitigation helps protect websites from exploitation until a safe and tested official patch can be developed and applied.