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Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-27339 affects the Buzz Stone WordPress theme by AncoraThemes through version 1.0.2. It can let an unauthenticated attacker include local files through vulnerable PHP include logic. The reported impact is high because file inclusion can expose sensitive data or affect site integrity and availability.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority web exposure issue for any public WordPress site using this theme. Prioritize inventory and vendor confirmation first, because the provided sources do not name a confirmed patch or active exploitation.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper control of a filename used in PHP include/require behavior, mapped to CWE-98. The issue is reported as PHP Local File Inclusion in the buzzstone WordPress theme, versions through 1.0.2. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1 with network attack vector, high complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, and high C/I/A impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running the AncoraThemes Buzz Stone theme at version 1.0.2 or earlier. The source bundle does not identify affected plugin dependencies, hosting configurations, or a confirmed fixed version.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as KEV in the provided data, and no cited source confirms active exploitation. The CVSS vector indicates remote unauthenticated exploitation is possible, but attack complexity is high.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack database reference. The affected range is stated as through 1.0.2, but the bundle also contains an inconsistent affected version value of "0". Verify live vendor data before closing remediation.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Buzz Stone theme and installed version.
- Prioritize sites running Buzz Stone version 1.0.2 or earlier.
- Check Patchstack and AncoraThemes guidance for a fixed release or official mitigation.
- If no fix is available, consider disabling or replacing the theme after business review.
- Restrict administrative access and monitor WordPress file access anomalies.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the Buzz Stone theme is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the exact theme version and compare it with the affected range.
- Review vendor and Patchstack advisories for updated fixed-version information.
- Check security logs for unusual local file access patterns.
- Document compensating controls if the theme cannot be immediately removed.
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.