CVE-2026-28089
Local File Inclusion in ThemeREX Daiquiri <=1.2.4 Allows Code Execution
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 | daiquiri | From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.2.4 (inc) |
| themerex | daiquiri | to 1.2.4 (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-2026-28089 is a high-priority Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability affecting the WordPress Daiquiri Theme versions up to and including 1.2.4.
This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to include and display local files from the target website.
It is caused by improper control of the filename used in include/require statements in the PHP program, which leads to the Local File Inclusion issue.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability could expose sensitive information such as database credentials by allowing attackers to include and display local files from the website.
Depending on the website’s configuration, this could lead to a complete database takeover.
The vulnerability has a high risk and likelihood of exploitation, with a CVSS severity score of 8.1.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
I don't know
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 the Daiquiri theme vulnerability, immediate mitigation involves applying the Patchstack mitigation rule designed to block attacks targeting this Local File Inclusion vulnerability.
Users are strongly advised to implement these mitigation measures immediately to protect their websites from exploitation.
Additionally, monitoring and restricting access to sensitive files and ensuring proper web server configurations can help reduce risk until an official patch is released.