CVE-2026-57748 in Shopify Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 07/02/2026
Contributor Local File Inclusion in Shopify <= 1.0.0 versions.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/02/2026
Shopify versions 1.0.0 and earlier contain a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthorized users to access sensitive files on the server through crafted input parameters. This vulnerability stems from insufficient validation of user-supplied data before being used in file system operations, creating an opportunity for attackers to manipulate file paths and potentially read arbitrary files from the server's filesystem. The flaw specifically affects the application's handling of contributor-related functionality where user inputs are directly incorporated into file inclusion mechanisms without proper sanitization or access control measures.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves parameter manipulation within the contributor module where input values are concatenated with file system paths without adequate validation or filtering. Attackers can exploit this by submitting malicious file paths that bypass normal access controls and gain access to configuration files, database credentials, application source code, or other sensitive resources stored on the server. This represents a classic local file inclusion vulnerability classified under CWE-22 which deals with improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory. The issue manifests when the application fails to properly validate or sanitize user inputs before using them in file operations, allowing path traversal sequences to be executed.
From an operational perspective this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations using affected Shopify versions as it enables attackers to extract sensitive information that could lead to further exploitation. The impact extends beyond simple data theft to potentially providing attackers with access to administrative credentials, database connection strings, or application configuration details that could facilitate more sophisticated attacks. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the system by allowing unauthorized access to files that should remain protected within the application's restricted environment.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability include immediate upgrade to Shopify versions 1.0.1 or later where the local file inclusion issue has been patched. Organizations should also implement proper input validation and sanitization mechanisms throughout their applications, particularly in modules handling user-supplied data. The implementation of principle of least privilege access controls can help limit the impact of such vulnerabilities by restricting file system access to only necessary components. Additionally, regular security audits and code reviews focusing on file inclusion operations can help identify similar issues before they can be exploited.
The vulnerability aligns with several ATT&CK framework techniques including privilege escalation through exploitation of weak input validation and credential access via extraction of sensitive configuration data. Security teams should monitor for indicators of compromise related to unusual file access patterns or attempts to access system files that may indicate exploitation of this vulnerability. Organizations should also implement network monitoring solutions capable of detecting suspicious path traversal patterns in application requests, particularly in contributor-related endpoints where the vulnerability was originally identified.