GravityWP Merge Tags Local File Inclusion Vulnerability
Vulnerability
A local file inclusion vulnerability has been identified in the GravityWP Merge Tags WordPress plugin, affecting versions through 1.4.4. This vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames in include or require statements, allowing 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, potentially exposing sensitive information such as database credentials.
Remediation
Users of the GravityWP Merge Tags WordPress plugin should update to version 1.4.5 or later to address this vulnerability. Patchstack users can enable auto-updates for vulnerable plugins.
Vulnerability Rating
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