FunnelKit Funnel Builder Local File Inclusion Vulnerability

A local file inclusion vulnerability has been identified in the FunnelKit Funnel Builder WordPress plugin, affecting versions through 3.9.0. This vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames in include or require statements, allowing for PHP remote file inclusion.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to local file inclusion, allowing attackers to include and execute files from the server. This could potentially be used to access sensitive information, such as database credentials, and could result in a complete takeover of the database, depending on the server's configuration.

Remediation

Users of the FunnelKit Funnel Builder WordPress plugin should update to version 3.9.1 or later. Patchstack users can enable auto-updates for vulnerable plugins.