CVE-2026-66586
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Author Local File Inclusion in WP Cafe Pro

Vulnerability report for CVE-2026-66586, including description, CVSS score, EPSS score, affected products, exploitability, helpful resources, and attack-flow context.

Publication date: 2026-08-20

Last updated on: 2026-08-20

Assigner: Patchstack

Description

Author Local File Inclusion in WP Cafe Pro < 3.0.15 versions.

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Published
2026-08-20
Last Modified
2026-08-20
Generated
2026-08-20
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2026-08-20
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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_cafe_pro wp_cafe_pro to 3.0.15 (exc)

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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 (LFI) flaw in the WordPress WP Cafe Pro plugin versions below 3.0.15. It allows attackers to include and display local files from the website, potentially exposing sensitive data like database credentials if the server configuration permits.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the installed version of the WP Cafe Pro plugin. If it is below 3.0.15, the system is vulnerable. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files in the /wp-content/plugins/wp-cafe-pro/ directory for version details.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to read sensitive files on the server, such as configuration files containing credentials or other confidential information. This may lead to unauthorized access or data breaches if the server is misconfigured.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR or HIPAA if personal or health data is exposed. Organizations must patch the vulnerability to maintain compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the WP Cafe Pro plugin to version 3.0.15 or later. If updating is not possible, seek assistance from a hosting provider or web developer. Enable auto-updates for vulnerable plugins if using Patchstack.

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