What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in Elated-Themes Search & Go search-and-go allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Search & Go: from n/a through <= 2.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Search & Go versions 2.8 and earlier contain a code injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected sites. The vulnerability requires specific conditions to exploit but can result in complete compromise of the site, including data theft and malware installation. Site administrators should update immediately to a version newer than 2.8.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run their own code on the site without authentication, potentially stealing data or installing malware.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete site compromise possible: data theft, malware installation, or site defacement without warning.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the site; specific attack conditions must be met (high complexity).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 22, 2026
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated