Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22372 affects the WordPress Isida theme through version 1.4.2. It is a local file inclusion issue that could let an unauthenticated internet attacker make the site include unintended server-side files. The published CVSS score is 8.1 high. No source provided confirms active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority WordPress exposure if Isida is deployed. Prioritize internet-facing sites, confirm whether a fixed release exists, and plan rapid replacement or removal if vendor remediation is unavailable.
Technical view
The CVE describes CWE-98: improper control of filenames used in PHP include/require statements in AncoraThemes Isida. The vector is network-accessible, unauthenticated, no user interaction, high attack complexity, with high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. Affected range is listed as Isida through <= 1.4.2.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites using the AncoraThemes Isida theme at version 1.4.2 or earlier. Sites not using this theme are not indicated as affected by the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The vulnerability is remotely reachable and does not require authentication or user interaction, but CVSS marks attack complexity high. The source bundle does not include proof of active exploitation, and KEV status is false.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack entry. The description labels PHP Remote File Inclusion but states Local File Inclusion. Do not assume affected endpoints, exploit primitives, or patch availability beyond the cited sources.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Isida theme and version.
- Check AncoraThemes and Patchstack for official fixed-version guidance.
- If no fixed version is available, consider disabling or replacing the theme.
- Limit file permissions for the web server user where operationally feasible.
- Review web application firewall coverage for file inclusion attack patterns.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether Isida is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the installed theme version and compare against <= 1.4.2.
- Check vendor or Patchstack advisory status for remediation guidance.
- Review web logs for unusual theme-related file access attempts.
- Verify backups exist before changing or removing the theme.
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 vector scores
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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
Source materials
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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.