What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in axiomthemes Towny towny allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Towny: from n/a through <= 1.16.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Towny versions 1.16 and earlier contain a code injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server. The vulnerability requires specific conditions to be met but does not require user interaction. Successful exploitation grants full control over the affected system, including the ability to read, modify, or delete data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run arbitrary code on the server and gain full control of the site.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete compromise of the site, including data theft, malware injection, and service disruption.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the vulnerable Towny installation; specific attack conditions must be met.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 18, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated