Elated Themes Gioia WordPress Theme Local File Inclusion Vulnerability

A local file inclusion vulnerability has been identified in the Elated Themes Gioia WordPress theme, affecting versions through 1.4. 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, such as those containing database credentials, are accessed.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow for local file inclusion, enabling the inclusion of local files on the server and execution of their contents. This could be used to access sensitive information, such as database credentials, which could lead to a complete takeover of the database, depending on the configuration.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to a version of the Elated Themes Gioia WordPress theme that is not vulnerable. If an update is not possible, consult with your hosting provider or web developer for assistance.