SolverWp Eleblog WordPress Plugin Local File Inclusion Vulnerability

A local file inclusion vulnerability has been identified in the SolverWp Eleblog WordPress plugin, specifically in versions through 2.0.3. 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 unauthorized inclusion of local files on the server, potentially allowing a malicious actor to access sensitive information such as database credentials, and in some cases, could result in a complete takeover of the database, depending on the server's configuration.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to a version of the Eleblog WordPress plugin that is later than 2.0.3. For those using Patchstack, a mitigation rule has been issued to block attacks until an official patch is available.