Elated Themes WordPress Laurent Theme Local File Inclusion Vulnerability

A local file inclusion vulnerability has been identified in the Elated Themes WordPress Laurent theme, affecting versions through 3.1. This vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames in include or require statements, allowing PHP remote file inclusion. Exploitation of this vulnerability could enable a malicious actor to include local files from the target website and display their contents, potentially leading to a complete database takeover if sensitive files containing database credentials are accessed.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow for local file inclusion, with the potential to access sensitive files such as those containing database credentials. Depending on the website's configuration, this could lead to a complete takeover of the database.

Remediation

Users are advised to update the Elated Themes WordPress Laurent theme to the latest version. If an update cannot be applied, consult with your hosting provider or web developer for assistance.