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Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22477 affects the Felizia WordPress theme from AncoraThemes through version 1.3.4. It is a high-severity local file inclusion issue that could let an unauthenticated attacker read or influence sensitive server-side files, depending on site configuration. Public sources do not indicate known active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority exposure review for WordPress environments using Felizia. The issue can affect sensitive data and site integrity, but current provided sources do not show active exploitation. Confirm affected deployments first, then follow vendor or trusted security provider guidance.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper control of a filename used in a PHP include/require statement, mapped to CWE-98. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1 with network access, no privileges, no user interaction, high complexity, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. The affected product is Felizia WordPress theme versions through 1.3.4.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites with the AncoraThemes Felizia theme installed at version 1.3.4 or earlier. Sites not using this theme are not indicated as affected by the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as CISA KEV in the provided data. The CVSS vector indicates remote, unauthenticated exploitation is possible but high complexity. No cited source in the bundle confirms public exploitation or provides a vendor patch status.
Researcher notes
Source detail is limited. The record identifies CWE-98 and local file inclusion in Felizia through 1.3.4, but does not name the vulnerable parameter, code path, patch version, or exploitation evidence. Avoid assuming broader AncoraThemes impact without additional vendor confirmation.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Felizia theme and version.
- Prioritize sites running Felizia version 1.3.4 or earlier.
- Check AncoraThemes, Patchstack, and WordPress admin channels for vendor guidance.
- Update, replace, or remove the theme if vendor guidance supports it.
- Restrict administrative access and monitor web logs for suspicious include-related requests.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the Felizia theme is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the installed Felizia version and compare against 1.3.4 or earlier.
- Review the CVE and Patchstack entries for updated remediation details.
- Verify whether any compensating controls or virtual patches are enabled.
- Check CISA KEV separately for any future exploitation status changes.
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.