CVE-2026-28123
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in AncoraThemes Veil
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ancorathemes | veil | to 1.9 (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-2026-28123 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Veil Theme versions up to and including 1.9. It allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit improper control of filename parameters in PHP include/require statements. This means attackers can include and display local files from the target website, which can expose sensitive information.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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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?
There is no specific detection method or commands provided in the available resources for identifying this Local File Inclusion vulnerability on your network or system.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since no official patch is currently available for CVE-2026-28123, immediate mitigation involves applying the mitigation rule issued by Patchstack to block attacks exploiting this vulnerability.
Patchstack also offers automated vulnerability mitigation services to protect WordPress installations running the Veil theme until an official patch is released.
It is recommended to implement these mitigations immediately to prevent exploitation and protect sensitive information.