What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in AncoraThemes ShieldGroup shieldgroup allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects ShieldGroup: from n/a through <= 2.13.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
ShieldGroup versions 2.13 and earlier contain a code injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected sites. The vulnerability requires specific conditions to be met but does not require user interaction. Successful exploitation grants full control over the site, including the ability to read, modify, or delete data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run their own code on the site without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete compromise of the site, including data theft, malware injection, and loss of availability.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the site; specific attack conditions must be met (high complexity).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 18, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated