CVE-2024-8393: Woocommerce Blocks – Woolook <= 1.7.0 - Authenticated (Admin+) Local File Inclusion

Published Aug 16, 2025
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Updated

The Woocommerce Blocks – Woolook plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.7.0 via the via the 'tab' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary 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 images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included. Please note that this can also be exploited via CSRF techniques.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WooCommerce Blocks – Woolook<=1.7.0

Event History

Aug 16, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:38 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:38 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8393?

CVE-2024-8393 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for Local File Inclusion by authenticated attackers with Administrator-level access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8393?

To fix CVE-2024-8393, update the Woocommerce Blocks – Woolook plugin to version 1.7.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-8393?

CVE-2024-8393 affects all installations of the Woocommerce Blocks – Woolook plugin up to and including version 1.7.0.

4

What does CVE-2024-8393 exploit?

CVE-2024-8393 exploits the 'tab' parameter, allowing attackers to include arbitrary files on the server.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2024-8393?

The potential consequences of CVE-2024-8393 include unauthorized access to sensitive files, leading to information disclosure or further system compromise.

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