Newspapers X releases contain implanted malicious software
Newspapers X versions 1.0.46 through 1.0.48 contain implanted malicious software identified by the CNA as a backdoor-class issue. Installation of an affected release can compromise site confidentiality, integrity and availability without authentication.
- Component
- Newspapers X
- Plugin slug
newspapers-x- Affected
- 1.0.46 through 1.0.48
- Safe version
1.0.49- Published
- Aug 31, 2026
This CVE was published Aug 31, 2026 and is one of 1 known issue for this theme.
Update, patch or deactivate.
Replace the theme with verified Newspapers X 1.0.49 or later, preserve evidence, and inspect WordPress files, accounts, sessions, scheduled tasks and hosting credentials as a potential compromise.
A safe version is available, so updating to that version or later is the preferred remediation. If an immediate update is not practical, consider a targeted application patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality.
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
Improper Validation of Specified Quantity in Input vulnerability in Silk Themes Newspapers X allows Malicious Software Implanted. This issue affects Newspapers X: from 1.0.46 through 1.0.48.
CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H