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Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-27048 affects the WordPress The Aisle Core plugin through version 2.0.5. A flaw in how PHP files are included may let an unauthenticated attacker include local files. The published severity is high because successful exploitation could affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No provided source confirms active exploitation.
Executive priority
Prioritize identification and remediation on public WordPress sites, especially marketing or event sites using The Aisle theme ecosystem. The risk is high, but current evidence does not show confirmed active exploitation. If no fixed version is available, reduce exposure by disabling nonessential use.
Technical view
The issue is classified as CWE-98: improper control of filename for PHP include/require. The CVSS 3.1 score is 8.1 with AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The record describes PHP Local File Inclusion in Elated-Themes The Aisle Core, package theaisle-core, affecting versions through 2.0.5.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running The Aisle Core plugin version 2.0.5 or earlier. The CVE record’s affected data appears inconsistent, listing version “0” while the description states through <=2.0.5, so confirm locally against installed plugin metadata.
Exploitation context
The vulnerability is network-reachable and requires no privileges or user interaction per CVSS, but attack complexity is high. The source bundle does not include proof of exploitation, public exploit details, or CISA KEV listing. Treat internet-facing WordPress sites using the plugin as higher priority.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack database reference. The record names PHP Local File Inclusion but uses CWE-98 wording associated with include/require filename control. No exploit mechanics or patched version are provided in the source bundle. Avoid assuming exploitability beyond the CVSS and description.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for The Aisle Core plugin and version.
- If installed at <=2.0.5, check Elated-Themes or Patchstack guidance immediately.
- Disable or remove the plugin if it is not business-critical.
- Restrict administrative and file-level access where feasible.
- Monitor web logs for unusual file include or path traversal patterns.
Validation and detection
- Check WordPress plugin inventory for package theaisle-core.
- Confirm installed plugin version is greater than 2.0.5 or not present.
- Review vendor/Patchstack advisory for current fixed-version information.
- Verify no source confirms active exploitation before labeling as exploited.
- Document affected sites, exposure, and remediation status.
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
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.