Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22432 is a high-severity local file inclusion issue in the AncoraThemes Woopy WordPress theme up to version 1.2. A vulnerable site could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to make the application include unintended local files, potentially exposing data or affecting site integrity and availability.
Executive priority
Treat this as a high-priority WordPress exposure review for sites using the Woopy theme. The business risk is strongest for public websites because successful exploitation could affect sensitive data, site integrity, or service availability. Urgency depends on whether the theme is present.
Technical view
The CVE describes CWE-98: improper control of filenames in PHP include/require logic, resulting in PHP local file inclusion. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1 with network attack vector, no privileges or user interaction required, high attack complexity, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress installations using the AncoraThemes Woopy theme through version 1.2. Publicly reachable WordPress sites using this theme should be prioritized for review. The provided sources do not identify other affected products or a specific fixed version.
Exploitation context
The issue is not listed as CISA KEV in the provided data, and no cited source states active exploitation. The CVSS vector indicates remote unauthenticated attack potential, but high attack complexity suggests exploitation may depend on specific application conditions.
Researcher notes
Source evidence names Woopy through version 1.2 and describes local file inclusion via PHP include/require filename control. The bundle does not provide exploit details, proof of active exploitation, or a fixed version. Validate directly against deployed theme versions and current vendor advisory content.
Mitigation direction
- Identify WordPress sites using the Woopy theme and confirm installed version.
- If Woopy is not required, disable or remove the theme.
- Check AncoraThemes and Patchstack guidance for an updated or fixed release.
- Prioritize patching or compensating controls for internet-facing affected sites.
- Increase monitoring for suspicious requests targeting theme file inclusion behavior.
Validation and detection
- Inventory WordPress themes across managed sites.
- Confirm whether Woopy is installed and whether version is 1.2 or earlier.
- Review vendor and Patchstack advisories for remediation status.
- Check web logs for unusual requests to Woopy theme paths.
- Verify remediation by confirming the vulnerable theme is removed, disabled, or updated.
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
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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.