What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in bslthemes Kinsley kinsley allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Kinsley: from n/a through <= 3.4.4.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Kinsley versions up to 3.4.4 contain a remote code execution vulnerability. An attacker can execute arbitrary PHP code on the site without authentication. The vulnerability requires specific conditions to trigger but can lead to complete site compromise, including data theft and malware installation.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run their own code on the site and take full control of it.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete site compromise: attackers can steal data, modify content, install malware, or redirect visitors.
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
November 6, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated