What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in axiomthemes Critique critique allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Critique: from n/a through <= 1.17.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Critique versions 1.17 and earlier contain a code injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server. The vulnerability requires high attack complexity but no user interaction. Successful exploitation grants full control over the affected site, including data access and modification.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run arbitrary code on the server and take full control of the site.
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; no authentication required, but exploitation requires specific conditions.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 18, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated