What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in Softwebmedia Gyan Elements gyan-elements allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Gyan Elements: from n/a through <= 2.2.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Gyan Elements versions 2.2.1 and earlier contain a flaw 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 no user interaction. Administrators should update to a version newer than 2.2.1 as soon as possible.
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 content, or cause downtime.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have low-level authenticated access to the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 22, 2026
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated