What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Chartify – WordPress Chart Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 2.9.5 via the 'source' parameter. 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
The Chartify WordPress plugin versions 2.9.5 and earlier contain a remote code execution vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary PHP code on the site without user interaction. The vulnerability stems from improper input validation in a core plugin function. Sites running this plugin are at immediate risk of complete compromise.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run their own PHP code on the site and take full control of it.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete site compromise: attacker can steal data, modify content, install malware, or delete everything.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
November 14, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
