CVE-2026-22376
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows attackers to include local files on the server through PHP's include/require statements in the Parkivia WordPress theme. Attackers can potentially read sensitive files or execute code by manipulating file paths. All WordPress sites using the Parkivia theme version 1.1.9 or earlier are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- AncoraThemes Parkivia WordPress Theme
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Full server compromise through remote code execution by including malicious PHP files, leading to data theft, site defacement, or backdoor installation.
Likely Case
Sensitive file disclosure (configuration files, database credentials, etc.) and limited code execution within the web server context.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if proper file permissions restrict access to sensitive files and web application firewall blocks malicious requests.
🎯 Exploit Status
Simple path traversal or parameter manipulation required. Public exploit details available in security advisories.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: >1.1.9
Vendor Advisory: https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Theme/parkivia/vulnerability/wordpress-parkivia-theme-1-1-9-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?_s_id=cve
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Log into WordPress admin panel. 2. Navigate to Appearance > Themes. 3. Check if Parkivia theme update is available. 4. Update to latest version. 5. If no update available, replace with secure alternative theme.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable vulnerable theme
allTemporarily switch to default WordPress theme until patch is applied
Web Application Firewall rule
allBlock requests containing path traversal sequences in theme parameters
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Remove or disable Parkivia theme immediately
- Implement strict file permissions (chmod 600 on sensitive files)
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check WordPress admin panel > Appearance > Themes for Parkivia theme version <=1.1.9Check Version:
wp theme list --field=name,status,version | grep parkiviaVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm Parkivia theme version >1.1.9 or theme is removed/deactivated📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- HTTP requests with ../ sequences in theme-related parameters
- PHP warnings about failed file inclusions
Network Indicators:
- Unusual file paths in GET/POST parameters to theme files
SIEM Query:
source="web_logs" AND (uri="*parkivia*" AND (param="*../*" OR param="*..\\*"))