CVE-2026-17605
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Local File Inclusion in GetPaid WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-01

Last updated on: 2026-08-01

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Payment forms, Buy now buttons, and Invoicing System | GetPaid plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.56 via the getpaid_payment_form_element function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary .php files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where .php file types can be uploaded and included.

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Published
2026-08-01
Last Modified
2026-08-01
Generated
2026-08-01
AI Q&A
2026-08-01
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-17605
EUVD
EUVD-2026-51757

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Vendor Product Version / Range
getpaid getpaid to 2.8.56 (inc)

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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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion issue in the GetPaid WordPress plugin affecting versions up to 2.8.56. It allows authenticated attackers with administrator access or higher to include and execute arbitrary PHP files on the server through the getpaid_payment_form_element function.

Detection Guidance

Check for the GetPaid plugin version in WordPress. If it is 2.8.56 or lower, the system is vulnerable. Look for unauthorized .php file uploads or inclusions in directories accessible via the getpaid_payment_form_element function.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to execute malicious PHP code, bypass access controls, steal sensitive data, or gain full control of the server. This requires administrator-level access but could lead to severe compromise of the WordPress site and its data.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and access controls. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, data breaches, and loss of trust.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the GetPaid plugin to the latest version beyond 2.8.56 to patch the Local File Inclusion vulnerability. If updating is not possible, consider disabling or removing the plugin entirely to prevent exploitation.

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