CVE-2026-28128
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in ThemeREX Verse
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 | verse | From 1.0 (inc) to 1.7.0 (inc) |
| themerex | verse | to 1.7.0 (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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-28128 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress Verse Theme versions up to and including 1.7.0.
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.
As a result, sensitive information such as database credentials can be exposed.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive information like database credentials.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "Depending on the website's configuration, it could result in a complete database takeover."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'The vulnerability has a high severity score (CVSS 8.1), indicating a high risk and likelihood of exploitation.'}] [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?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'This vulnerability currently has no official patch available for the ThemeREX Verse theme up to version 1.7.0.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Patchstack has issued a mitigation rule to block attacks exploiting this Local File Inclusion vulnerability.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "It is recommended to immediately implement Patchstack's protection services to safeguard affected websites until a safe patch is released."}] [1]