CVE-2026-22498
Published: 25 March 2026
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in Elated-Themes Laurent laurent allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Laurent: from n/a through <= 3.1.
Mitigating Controls (NIST 800-53 r5)AI
Timely flaw remediation through patching or updating the vulnerable Laurent WordPress theme directly eliminates the PHP LFI vulnerability.
Information input validation on filenames used in PHP include/require statements prevents attackers from injecting malicious paths leading to LFI.
Secure PHP configuration settings, such as disabling allow_url_include and enforcing open_basedir restrictions, mitigate exploitation of file inclusion vulnerabilities.
Security SummaryAI
CVE-2026-22498 is an Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program vulnerability, classified as a PHP Remote File Inclusion issue that allows PHP Local File Inclusion (CWE-98). It affects the Laurent WordPress theme developed by Elated-Themes, impacting all versions from n/a through 3.1 inclusive. The vulnerability was published on 2026-03-25 and carries a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.1 (AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H), indicating high severity due to its potential for significant impact.
Unauthenticated attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely over the network, requiring high attack complexity but no user interaction or privileges. Successful exploitation enables local file inclusion, which could allow attackers to read sensitive files, execute arbitrary code, or disrupt system availability, aligning with the high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts outlined in the CVSS vector.
The Patchstack advisory provides further details on this vulnerability in WordPress Laurent theme version 3.1, including recommendations for mitigation, available at https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Theme/laurent/vulnerability/wordpress-laurent-theme-3-1-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability-2?_s_id=cve.
Details
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MITRE ATT&CK Enterprise TechniquesAI
Why these techniques?
CVE-2026-22498 is a remote/local file inclusion vulnerability in a public-facing WordPress theme, enabling remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files, directly facilitating T1190: Exploit Public-Facing Application.