ThemeREX Stargaze Local File Inclusion Vulnerability

A local file inclusion vulnerability has been identified in the ThemeREX Stargaze WordPress theme, specifically in versions through 1.5. This vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames in include or require statements, allowing PHP remote file inclusion. Exploitation of this issue could enable a malicious actor to include local files from the target website and display their contents, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive information such as database credentials.

Impact

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

Remediation

Users are advised to update to a version of the ThemeREX Stargaze WordPress theme that is later than 1.5. For those seeking immediate protection, Patchstack offers a mitigation rule that can be applied until an official patch is available.