What is the severity of CVE-2025-26979?

CVE-2025-26979 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote file inclusion leading to unauthorized access and system compromise.

How do I fix CVE-2025-26979?

To fix CVE-2025-26979, update FunnelKit Funnel Builder to version 3.9.1 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.

What versions of FunnelKit Funnel Builder are affected by CVE-2025-26979?

CVE-2025-26979 affects FunnelKit Funnel Builder versions up to and including 3.9.0.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-26979?

CVE-2025-26979 is an improper control of filename for include/require statement vulnerability, commonly referred to as a local file inclusion vulnerability.

Can CVE-2025-26979 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-26979 can be exploited remotely by crafting malicious requests that manipulate the file inclusion mechanism.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2025-26979

high

7.5

CWE

EPSS

0.043%

25/2/2025

CVE-2025-26979: WordPress Funnel Builder by FunnelKit plugin <= 3.9.0 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

First published: Tue Feb 25 2025(Updated: )

Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in FunnelKit Funnel Builder by FunnelKit allows PHP Local File Inclusion. This issue affects Funnel Builder by FunnelKit: from n/a through 3.9.0.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
FunnelKit WordPress Funnel Builder	<=3.9.0
FunnelKit WordPress Funnel Builder	<=3.9.0

Remedy

Update the WordPress Funnel Builder by FunnelKit wordpress plugin to the latest available version (at least 3.9.1).

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/funnel-builder/vulnerability/wordpress-funnel-builder-by-funnelkit-plugin-3-9-0-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26979?
CVE-2025-26979 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote file inclusion leading to unauthorized access and system compromise.
How do I fix CVE-2025-26979?
To fix CVE-2025-26979, update FunnelKit Funnel Builder to version 3.9.1 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.
What versions of FunnelKit Funnel Builder are affected by CVE-2025-26979?
CVE-2025-26979 affects FunnelKit Funnel Builder versions up to and including 3.9.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-26979?
CVE-2025-26979 is an improper control of filename for include/require statement vulnerability, commonly referred to as a local file inclusion vulnerability.
Can CVE-2025-26979 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2025-26979 can be exploited remotely by crafting malicious requests that manipulate the file inclusion mechanism.

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