What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in StylemixThemes Masterstudy masterstudy allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Masterstudy: from n/a through < 4.8.126.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Masterstudy versions up to 4.8.126 contain a vulnerability that allows authenticated users with low privileges to read sensitive data, modify site content, or disrupt service. The vulnerability requires network access and high attack complexity but does not require user interaction. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 4.8.126 immediately.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive data, modify site content, or disrupt service availability.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can access confidential information, alter pages/posts, or cause downtime.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have low-level authenticated access to the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 31, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated