What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Swift Performance Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local PHP File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 2.3.7.1 via the 'ajaxify' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Swift Performance Lite versions up to 2.3.7.1 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows an attacker to read or modify files on the server outside the intended directory. The vulnerability requires specific network conditions to exploit but does not require authentication or user interaction. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 2.3.7.1 immediately.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read or modify arbitrary files on the server outside the plugin's intended directory.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers could access sensitive configuration files, database credentials, or modify site files to inject malicious code.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the site; no authentication or user interaction required, but attack complexity is high.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 6, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
