Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22379 affects the WordPress Netmix theme from AncoraThemes through version 1.0.10. A remote, unauthenticated attacker may be able to make the site include unintended local files. The CVSS score is high at 8.1, but the attack complexity is marked high and no cited source confirms active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority WordPress exposure if your organization uses the Netmix theme. Prioritize discovery first, because the risk only applies to that theme. If affected, plan rapid remediation or replacement once vendor guidance is confirmed.
Technical view
The issue is described as improper control of filenames used in PHP include/require logic, mapped to CWE-98. Sources characterize the impact as PHP local file inclusion in Netmix <= 1.0.10, with potential confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. The CVSS vector is AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites using the AncoraThemes Netmix theme at version 1.0.10 or earlier. Publicly reachable WordPress sites are the main concern. Sites not using this theme are not indicated as affected by the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as KEV in the provided bundle, and no cited source states active exploitation. The vulnerability is network reachable and requires no authentication or user interaction, but CVSS marks attack complexity as high.
Researcher notes
The source bundle contains limited remediation detail and an inconsistency in affected metadata, while the narrative clearly states Netmix through <= 1.0.10. Avoid assuming broader WordPress or plugin impact. No exploit status is confirmed beyond the vulnerability listing.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Netmix theme and version.
- If Netmix <= 1.0.10 is present, prioritize vendor guidance review.
- Update or replace the theme if a vendor-supported fixed version is available.
- Restrict administrative theme changes to trusted administrators.
- Monitor web logs for unusual file inclusion or template-loading errors.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the Netmix theme is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the installed Netmix version from WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Compare findings against the CVE scope: Netmix through 1.0.10.
- Check Patchstack and vendor channels for fixed-version or mitigation details.
- Review security monitoring for suspicious requests targeting theme files.
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.