Description
The XStore theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 9.5.4 via theet_ajax_required_plugins_popup() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary .php files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where .php file types can be uploaded and included.
Published: 2025-10-15
Score: 8.8 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Remote Code Execution via Local File Inclusion
Action: Immediate Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

The XStore theme for WordPress contains a Local File Inclusion vulnerability that can be triggered through the et_ajax_required_plugins_popup function. The flaw allows authenticated users with Subscriber-level access or higher to specify a file path that the theme will include, enabling the execution of arbitrary PHP code residing on the server. This can be used to bypass access controls, exfiltrate sensitive data, or execute arbitrary code, effectively providing attackers with full code execution capabilities on the affected host.

Affected Systems

Vendor 8theme’s XStore WordPress theme, all releases up to and including version 9.5.4. 8theme, XStore, version ≤9.5.4 are impacted.

Risk and Exploitability

The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a high severity impact if exploited. The EPSS score is below 1%, suggesting a very low exploitation probability, and the issue is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog. The attack requires a web-based vector: the attacker must authenticate to WordPress with at least Subscriber privileges, then send a crafted AJAX request to the et_ajax_required_plugins_popup endpoint that includes an arbitrary local PHP file path.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on April 22, 2026 at 22:05 UTC.

Remediation

No vendor fix or workaround currently provided.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade the XStore theme to the latest available version (9.5.5 or newer) where the inclusion flaw is fixed.
  • If an upgrade cannot be performed immediately, modify the et_ajax_required_plugins_popup function to validate and sanitize the file path parameter, ensuring only allowed directories and extensions are included, or block the endpoint entirely for non-Administrator users.
  • Remove or rename any PHP files stored in the theme or plugin directories that should not be executable, and review upload policies to prevent unintended script uploads.
  • Monitor the server for unusual file inclusion or execution attempts by reviewing Apache/Nginx logs and WordPress audit logs for the AJAX endpoint usage.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on April 22, 2026 at 22:05 UTC.

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History

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared 8theme
8theme xstore
Wordpress
Wordpress wordpress
Vendors & Products 8theme
8theme xstore
Wordpress
Wordpress wordpress

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:15:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 03:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description The XStore theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 9.5.4 via theet_ajax_required_plugins_popup() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary .php files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where .php file types can be uploaded and included.
Title XStore | Multipurpose WooCommerce Theme <= 9.5.4 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Local File Inclusion
Weaknesses CWE-22
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 8.8, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

Subscriptions

8theme Xstore
Wordpress Wordpress
cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: Wordfence

Published:

Updated: 2026-04-08T16:43:28.503Z

Reserved: 2025-10-14T14:23:56.888Z

Link: CVE-2025-11746

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Updated: 2025-10-15T18:39:03.312Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Deferred

Published: 2025-10-15T03:15:33.377

Modified: 2026-04-15T00:35:42.020

Link: CVE-2025-11746

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No data.

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Updated: 2026-04-22T22:15:26Z

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