CVE-2026-28090
Local File Inclusion in Gamezone ≤ 1.1.11 Enables 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 |
|---|---|---|
| patchstack | gamezone | to 1.1.11 (inc) |
| themerex | gamezone | to 1.1.11 (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-2026-28090 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Gamezone Theme versions up to and including 1.1.11.
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.
As a result, sensitive information such as database credentials can be exposed.
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?
This vulnerability currently has no official patch available.
Users are strongly recommended to apply the Patchstack mitigation rule immediately to block attacks targeting this Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the WordPress Gamezone Theme versions up to 1.1.11.
Additionally, users should monitor for official updates or patches from the vendor to apply once they become available.