CVE-2026-22442
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in Tribe ≤ 1.7.3 PHP Component
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-09
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| tribe | tribe | to 1.7.3 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-98 | The PHP application receives input from an upstream component, but it does not restrict or incorrectly restricts the input before its usage in "require," "include," or similar functions. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-22442 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Tribe Theme versions up to and including 1.7.3.
This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filename parameters in PHP include/require statements.
As a result, sensitive information such as database credentials can be exposed.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability allows an attacker to include local files via the WordPress Tribe Theme up to version 1.7.3, potentially exposing sensitive information.
Detection can involve monitoring web requests for suspicious parameters attempting to include local files, such as requests containing file paths or traversal sequences (e.g., ../).
While no specific commands are provided, typical detection methods include:
- Reviewing web server logs for unusual URL parameters that attempt to include local files.
- Using tools like curl or wget to test for Local File Inclusion by sending crafted requests to the vulnerable endpoints.
- Employing web application scanners that detect Local File Inclusion vulnerabilities.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since no official patch is currently available for this vulnerability, immediate mitigation involves applying the Patchstack mitigation rule designed to block attacks targeting this flaw.
Users are strongly advised to implement this mitigation as soon as possible to protect their websites from exploitation.
Additionally, monitoring and restricting access to sensitive files and ensuring proper input validation can help reduce risk.