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Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-25457 affects the WordPress Mixtape theme from Select-Themes through version 2.1. The reported flaw could let an unauthenticated attacker include local PHP files, potentially exposing data, changing site behavior, or disrupting availability. Treat this as high priority for any public WordPress site using this theme.
Executive priority
High priority for organizations operating WordPress sites with Mixtape. The potential impact is severe, but current evidence does not show active exploitation. Focus on rapid asset identification, vendor guidance, and removal or update of affected theme installations.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper filename control in a PHP include/require path, classified as CWE-98. Patchstack and the CVE record describe PHP Local File Inclusion in Mixtape <=2.1 with CVSS 8.1: network exploitable, unauthenticated, high complexity, no user interaction, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites with the Select-Themes Mixtape theme installed, especially versions <=2.1. The provided data does not identify hosting platforms, a fixed version, or whether exploitation requires the theme to be active versus merely installed.
Exploitation context
No cited source or KEV entry indicates active exploitation. The CVSS vector indicates remote, unauthenticated attack potential but high attack complexity. The public description is sparse and does not provide exploit prerequisites, affected code paths, or confirmed real-world abuse.
Researcher notes
The source data has limited technical detail and inconsistent wording: the title says Local File Inclusion, while the CWE label references PHP Remote File Inclusion. Do not assume exploitability beyond the CVE and Patchstack descriptions. No patch version or exploit evidence is provided in the supplied sources.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Mixtape theme and record installed versions.
- Prioritize sites running Mixtape version 2.1 or earlier.
- Check Patchstack and the theme vendor for updated remediation guidance.
- Update to a fixed version if the vendor provides one.
- Remove or disable the theme where it is not required.
- Increase monitoring for suspicious file-include and unexpected PHP errors.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether Mixtape is installed on each WordPress site.
- Verify the theme version against the <=2.1 affected range.
- Check public-facing sites first, then staging and archived instances.
- Review web and application logs for unusual include-related errors.
- Document remediation status and any vendor advisory references.
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.