WordPress security changelog
HIGH CVE-2026-78478 Deferred

Mane permits unauthenticated local file inclusion

The Mane theme through 1.7 permits an unauthenticated attacker to include arbitrary local server files. This can disclose sensitive data and can execute PHP where an attacker can place an otherwise accepted file and then include it.

CVE / CNA score 8.1 CVSS 3.1 · security@wordfence.com
NVD score Pending NVD has not published its own CVSS assessment.
Component
Mane
Plugin slug
mane
Affected
<= 1.7
Safe version
See mitigation notes
Published
Aug 25, 2026
Weakness
CWE-98 — Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')

This CVE was published Aug 25, 2026 and is one of 2 known issues for this theme.

Update, patch or deactivate.

No fixed release is identified. Update when a confirmed patch is available; until then, replace or deactivate the theme when warranted and inspect files and access logs for unexpected local-file access or PHP execution.

No confirmed safe version is listed. Consider a vendor-supported patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality while you assess the risk.

Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.

Technical description

The Mane theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.7. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.

CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

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