What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in John Darrel Hide My WP Ghost hide-my-wp allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Hide My WP Ghost: from n/a through <= 5.4.01.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Hide My WP Ghost versions 5.4.01 and earlier contain a vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected sites. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically a victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page. The impact extends beyond the plugin itself, potentially compromising the entire WordPress installation. No patched version is currently available.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run arbitrary code on the WordPress site and access sensitive data.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete compromise of the WordPress site, including data theft and unauthorized modifications.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page; no authentication required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 27, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated