Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22419 affects the WordPress Honor theme by AncoraThemes through version 2.3. A flaw in how PHP file includes are controlled may let an unauthenticated attacker include local files. The CVSS score is high, but attack complexity is rated high. Prioritize sites using this theme, especially public-facing WordPress installations.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority WordPress exposure if your organization uses the Honor theme. The main business risk is unauthorized file access or broader site compromise on affected public websites. If the theme is not deployed, urgency is low.
Technical view
The issue is CWE-98: improper control of filename in PHP include/require logic, described as PHP Local File Inclusion in Honor <=2.3. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1: network attack vector, no privileges, no user interaction, high complexity, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Likely exposure
Public WordPress sites running the AncoraThemes Honor theme through version 2.3 are the likely exposure. Sites not using this theme are not indicated as affected by the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The provided sources do not show CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation. The CVSS vector indicates unauthenticated network reachability, but high attack complexity. Local file inclusion can be serious depending on site configuration and reachable files.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack entry. The affected range is stated as Honor through <=2.3. No patch version, proof-of-concept, or active exploitation evidence is provided in the source bundle.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Honor theme and installed version.
- If Honor <=2.3 is present, check AncoraThemes and Patchstack guidance for updates or workarounds.
- Remove or disable the affected theme where it is not required.
- Prioritize review for internet-facing or business-critical WordPress sites.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the Honor theme is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the installed Honor theme version and compare against <=2.3.
- Review vendor, CVE, and Patchstack pages for updated remediation status.
- Check web and application logs for unusual file access patterns.
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.