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Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-25382 affects the WordPress IdealAuto theme before version 3.8.6. It can let an unauthenticated attacker abuse file inclusion behavior, potentially exposing sensitive files or affecting site integrity and availability. Public sources rate it high severity. There is no provided evidence of active exploitation.
Executive priority
Prioritize remediation for public WordPress sites using IdealAuto below 3.8.6, especially revenue-generating or customer-facing sites. The potential impact is high, but exploitation is not confirmed in the provided sources. This should be handled as a near-term patch and exposure-reduction item.
Technical view
The issue is CWE-98: improper control of filename in a PHP include/require statement, described as PHP Local File Inclusion in jwsthemes IdealAuto. Affected versions are listed as IdealAuto before 3.8.6. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1, network exploitable, no privileges or user interaction required, with high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact, but high attack complexity.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites using the jwsthemes IdealAuto theme below 3.8.6. Sites not using this theme are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Internet-facing WordPress sites running the vulnerable theme should be prioritized for review.
Exploitation context
The CVE record marks this as network exploitable without authentication or user interaction, but with high attack complexity. The source bundle does not identify public exploit code, mass exploitation, or inclusion in CISA KEV. Treat exploitation status as unconfirmed based on available evidence.
Researcher notes
The affected product metadata in the source bundle is sparse, with versions shown as “0” and default status “unaffected,” while the description states versions before 3.8.6 are affected. Rely on direct asset verification and vendor/Patchstack updates. Do not assume broader WordPress, plugin, or theme exposure beyond IdealAuto.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the IdealAuto theme and installed version.
- Update IdealAuto to version 3.8.6 or later if available from trusted sources.
- If immediate update is unavailable, consult vendor or Patchstack guidance.
- Remove or disable the theme where it is unused or not business-critical.
- Back up affected WordPress sites before applying changes.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the IdealAuto theme is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the installed IdealAuto version and compare it with 3.8.6.
- Verify the theme update completed successfully in WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Review web and application logs for suspicious file inclusion-related errors.
- Check vendor, CVE, and Patchstack pages for updated remediation details.
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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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.