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CVE-2026-12227: Visual Composer Website Builder can load arbitrary files
CVE-2026-12227 · published 16 days ago
Summary
The Visual Composer Website Builder plugin for WordPress lets anyone on the internet cause the server to load files it should not. By sending a specially crafted request, an attacker can make the site run code that they control, which could expose data or let them take over the site. Update the plugin to a version newer than 45.16.0 or remove it if you cannot apply the update.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| visualcomposer | visual composer website builder | <= 45.16.0 |
Original advisory text
Visual Composer Website Builder <= 45.16.0 - Unauthenticated Local File Inclusion via 'vcv-template' Parameter
The Visual Composer Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 45.16.0 via the `vcv-template` parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers 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.
Internet-facing
3 days
Internal
60 days
- Not known to be exploited
- Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
- Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Type
CWE-98Improper Control of Filename for Include
Timeline
Published24 Sep 2026
Updated7 Oct 2026
First seen24 Sep 2026
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