CVE-2026-24538CWE-98

WordPress Omnipress plugin <= 1.6.7 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

High · published January 23, 2026

CVSS v3.1
7.5
EPSS
0%
Percentile
39.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A pesky oversight in Omnipress could let an attacker slide in unauthorized files with just the right URL! 🔍 Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to sneak a dish into the kitchen without checking their ID. This PHP Remote File Inclusion vulnerability means an attacker could serve up harmful content right on your server’s platter! If exploited, this flaw could allow an attacker to include malicious files, leading to devastating consequences like data leakage or unauthorized access. An attacker could even run scripts that compromise the entire server — a nightmare scenario for any admin!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to sneak a dish into the kitchen without checking their ID. This PHP Remote File Inclusion vulnerability means an attacker could serve up harmful content right on your server’s platter! This vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames in PHP's include/require statements, allowing attackers to manipulate file paths and gain access to sensitive files on the server.

What to do

If exploited, this flaw could allow an attacker to include malicious files, leading to devastating consequences like data leakage or unauthorized access. An attacker could even run scripts that compromise the entire server — a nightmare scenario for any admin! To protect your system, patch Omnipress to version 1.6.8 or later immediately. Additionally, review and tighten your file inclusion practices to ensure that only trusted paths are accessible. Conduct a security audit to identify any other potential weaknesses! You've got this! With a quick update and some vigilance, you can keep your site safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.5 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00462 · 39.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-98 · Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
Published
2026-01-23T14:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 JAN 14:28Z
    WordPress Omnipress plugin <= 1.6.7 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability
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