Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22370 affects the WordPress Marveland theme through version 1.3.0. A flaw in how PHP file names are included can allow local file inclusion. For a business, the concern is unauthorized access to sensitive server files and possible broader site compromise. No public source provided confirms active exploitation.
Executive priority
Prioritize identification and containment on public WordPress sites using Marveland. The severity is high because unauthenticated remote attackers may impact sensitive data and site integrity, but current evidence does not show confirmed exploitation or a named patch.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper control of filename input for PHP include/require operations in axiomthemes Marveland, allowing PHP Local File Inclusion. It is rated CVSS 8.1, network-accessible, unauthenticated, no user interaction, but high attack complexity. Confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts are all rated high.
Likely exposure
Public WordPress sites with the Marveland theme installed at version 1.3.0 or earlier are the likely exposure. Risk is higher where the affected code path is reachable from the internet. The source data does not clarify whether inactive installed themes are exploitable.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as KEV in the provided bundle, and no cited source confirms active exploitation. The vulnerability is unauthenticated and network-reachable, but rated high complexity, suggesting exploitation may require specific conditions or application state.
Researcher notes
Source data is limited. The CVE labels CWE-98 and references remote include terminology, while the title and description identify Local File Inclusion. Affected version metadata is sparse, but the description states Marveland through 1.3.0. Confirm details against vendor or Patchstack updates before final remediation decisions.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Marveland theme and version.
- Treat Marveland 1.3.0 and earlier as affected.
- Check axiomthemes, WordPress, or Patchstack guidance for a fixed release.
- If no fix is available, remove or disable the theme where feasible.
- Restrict public access to affected sites if business impact permits.
- Review web server and WordPress logs for suspicious file access patterns.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether Marveland is installed on each WordPress instance.
- Record the installed Marveland version and compare it to 1.3.0.
- Check vendor and Patchstack pages for updated remediation status.
- Verify whether the theme is active and internet-facing.
- Review file integrity and recent administrative changes on affected sites.
Public sources used
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- High
- CVSS
- 8.1 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.25.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
8.1HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CWE details
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Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.