CVE-2026-22515
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in AncoraThemes VegaDays
Publication date: 2026-03-25
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| ancorathemes | vegadays | to 1.2.0 (inc) |
| ancorathemes | vegadays | From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.2.0 (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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-22515 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress VegaDays Theme versions up to and including 1.2.0. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filename parameters in PHP include/require statements.
By leveraging this flaw, attackers can access sensitive files on the server, such as configuration files containing database credentials.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive information like database credentials.
If attackers obtain these credentials, they could potentially take over the entire database depending on the website's configuration.
This vulnerability is considered high risk with a CVSS score of 8.1 and is often targeted in mass-exploit campaigns, meaning many websites could be attacked regardless of their popularity or traffic.
No official patch is currently available, but mitigation rules exist to block attacks temporarily.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
The CVE-2026-22515 vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) issue affecting the VegaDays WordPress theme up to version 1.2.0. Detection typically involves monitoring for attempts to exploit the LFI flaw by looking for suspicious HTTP requests that include file path traversal patterns or attempts to include local files via the vulnerable PHP include/require statements.
Common detection methods include analyzing web server logs for requests containing strings such as "../" or attempts to access sensitive files like "/etc/passwd" or "wp-config.php" through URL parameters.
- Use tools like grep to search web server access logs for suspicious patterns, for example: grep -E "(\.{2}/|etc/passwd|wp-config.php)" /var/log/apache2/access.log
- Use intrusion detection systems (IDS) or web application firewalls (WAF) with rules to detect and alert on LFI attack patterns.
- Monitor for unusual file inclusion attempts in PHP error logs or application logs.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since there is no official patch available for CVE-2026-22515, immediate mitigation steps are critical to protect your system.
- Update the VegaDays theme to the latest version as soon as a patched version becomes available.
- Apply the mitigation rule provided by Patchstack to block exploitation attempts until an official patch is released.
- Consult your hosting provider or web developer for assistance in applying temporary protections or custom WAF rules.
- Monitor your website for suspicious activity and unauthorized file access attempts.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The CVE-2026-22515 vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website, potentially exposing sensitive information such as database credentials.
Exposure of sensitive data through this Local File Inclusion vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, which may impact compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA that require safeguarding personal and sensitive information.
Since exploitation could lead to a complete database takeover depending on the site's configuration, organizations using the affected VegaDays theme may face increased risk of non-compliance with these standards if the vulnerability is not mitigated.