Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22427 affects the WordPress GoTravel theme by Mikado-Themes through version 2.1. It is a local file inclusion issue that could let an unauthenticated remote attacker make the site include unintended local files. The published CVSS score is 8.1, high severity. No provided source confirms active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority WordPress exposure review. The business risk is greatest for public sites using this niche theme, because the impact could include sensitive file exposure or broader site compromise. Prioritize identification, vendor guidance, and temporary removal if no fix is available.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper filename control in a PHP include/require path, mapped to CWE-98. The attack vector is network-based, requires no privileges or user interaction, but has high attack complexity. Potential impact is rated high for confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Affected product scope is GoTravel theme versions through 2.1.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites using the Mikado-Themes GoTravel theme at version 2.1 or earlier. Sites not using this theme are not indicated as affected by the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The CVSS vector indicates remote, unauthenticated exploitation is possible but high complexity. The source bundle does not include exploit details, proof-of-concept status, or confirmation of exploitation in the wild. It is not listed as KEV in the provided data.
Researcher notes
Evidence is sparse. The CVE and Patchstack entry identify the class, affected theme, affected version range, and CVSS vector, but not vulnerable parameters, patch version, exploit maturity, or workaround details. Avoid assuming exploitability beyond the published CVSS and description.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the GoTravel theme and installed version.
- If running GoTravel 2.1 or earlier, check vendor or Patchstack guidance immediately.
- Disable or replace the affected theme if no safe update is available.
- Increase monitoring for suspicious theme-related requests and file inclusion errors.
- Maintain current WordPress, plugin, and theme backups before making changes.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether GoTravel is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the installed GoTravel version from WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Compare findings against the affected range: through version 2.1.
- Review security advisories for any newly published patch or workaround.
- Check logs for unusual requests targeting theme PHP file paths.
Public sources used
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- 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.