What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in Select-Themes Prowess prowess allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Prowess: from n/a through <= 1.8.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Prowess versions up to 1.8.1 contain a vulnerability that allows an attacker to read sensitive data, modify site content, or disrupt service availability. The attack requires network access and high technical complexity but no authentication. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the product and could compromise site integrity and confidentiality.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive data, modify content, or cause the site to become unavailable.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Potential data breach, unauthorized content changes, or service disruption affecting site visitors.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access; no authentication required, but attack complexity is high.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 5, 2026
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated