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Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22511 affects the WordPress NeoBeat theme through version 1.2. The issue may let an unauthenticated remote attacker make the site include local server files. If exploited, it could expose sensitive data, alter site behavior, or disrupt availability. Public sources rate it high severity, but do not show confirmed active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat this as a high-priority WordPress exposure if NeoBeat is in use. Focus first on public-facing sites and business-critical properties. If NeoBeat is not deployed, no direct action is indicated beyond confirming inventory.
Technical view
The CVE describes CWE-98: improper control of filenames in PHP include/require logic. The reported impact is PHP Local File Inclusion in Elated-Themes NeoBeat through <= 1.2. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1 with network attack vector, high complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, unchanged scope, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites with the NeoBeat theme installed, especially versions <= 1.2. The source bundle does not identify affected plugins, other themes, or hosted services beyond Elated-Themes NeoBeat.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as CISA KEV in the provided data. No cited source in the bundle confirms active exploitation or provides exploit maturity. The CVSS vector indicates remote unauthenticated exploitation is possible, but with high attack complexity.
Researcher notes
Public details are limited to the CVE metadata and Patchstack database reference. The affected range is described as through <= 1.2. The bundle does not name vulnerable parameters, proof-of-concept availability, fixed version, or vendor patch details, so validation should stay inventory- and advisory-driven.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the NeoBeat theme and installed version.
- Prioritize sites running NeoBeat <= 1.2 for review.
- Check Elated-Themes and Patchstack guidance for fixed versions or recommended actions.
- Disable or remove the theme where it is not required.
- Ensure recent backups exist before making theme changes.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether NeoBeat is installed on each WordPress instance.
- Record the installed NeoBeat version and compare against <= 1.2.
- Review vendor or Patchstack advisories for remediation status.
- Check web and application logs for unusual file-include related requests.
- Verify the theme is updated, removed, or otherwise addressed after remediation.
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: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.