Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22395 is a high-severity local file inclusion issue in the WordPress Fiorello theme, reported for versions through 1.0. If exploitable, an unauthenticated attacker could cause the site to include unintended local files, risking confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No provided source confirms active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat as a priority for WordPress asset owners using Fiorello. The potential impact is broad, but exploitation complexity is high and active exploitation is not confirmed. The main business action is rapid inventory, version confirmation, and vendor-guided remediation.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper control of a filename in a PHP include/require statement, mapped to CWE-98. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1 with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges, and no user interaction. The source bundle identifies Mikado-Themes Fiorello theme versions through 1.0 as affected.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running the Mikado-Themes Fiorello theme at version 1.0 or earlier. The affected-version metadata is somewhat inconsistent, so teams should verify installed theme name and version directly against vendor or Patchstack records.
Exploitation context
The CVSS vector indicates remote, unauthenticated exploitation is possible but has high complexity. The source bundle does not include exploit details, proof-of-concept status, or evidence of active exploitation. The CVE is not listed as KEV in the provided data.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack database reference. Do not assume affected versions beyond the stated Fiorello through 1.0 without confirmation. The record labels CWE-98 and local file inclusion; no exploit mechanics or patch details are provided in the source bundle.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Fiorello theme and installed version.
- If Fiorello is present, review vendor and Patchstack guidance for fixed versions or mitigations.
- Prioritize removal or replacement if no supported fixed version is available.
- Restrict administrative access and keep WordPress, themes, and plugins current.
- Monitor web logs for suspicious file-include related errors or unusual theme requests.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the Fiorello theme is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the exact theme version from trusted administrative or filesystem sources.
- Compare findings with the CVE record and Patchstack advisory.
- Check whether a vendor-supported update or replacement has been applied.
- Review security monitoring for related anomalous requests or file access errors.
Public sources used
Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.
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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.