CVE-2026-74008
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Unauthenticated Sensitive Data Exposure in Phlox Theme

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated on: 2026-08-18

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Unauthenticated Sensitive Data Exposure in Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme <= 2.17.22 versions.

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Published
2026-08-18
Last Modified
2026-08-18
Generated
2026-08-18
AI Q&A
2026-08-18
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-74008
EUVD
EUVD-2026-60816

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Vendor Product Version / Range
phlox theme to 2.17.22 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-201 The code transmits data to another actor, but a portion of the data includes sensitive information that should not be accessible to that actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an unauthenticated sensitive data exposure issue in the Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme versions 2.17.22 and below. It allows attackers to access sensitive data without authentication.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access sensitive information, potentially leading to data breaches or privacy violations. The impact depends on the nature of the exposed data.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations due to unauthorized data exposure. Organizations may face legal penalties or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Phlox theme to the latest version (2.17.23 or higher) to patch the vulnerability. If an update is not available, consider disabling or removing the theme until a fix is released.

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