What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in CodexThemes TheGem Theme Elements (for Elementor) thegem-elements-elementor.This issue affects TheGem Theme Elements (for Elementor): from n/a through <= 5.10.5.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
TheGem Theme Elements for Elementor contains a code injection vulnerability affecting versions up to 5.10.5.1. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject and execute arbitrary code on the site, potentially compromising the entire WordPress installation. The vulnerability requires network access and some attack complexity but grants full control over site data and functionality.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run arbitrary code on the site with the privileges of the WordPress user account.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
A compromised user account can execute code, modify site content, steal data, or install malware.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 23, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated