CVE-2026-22521 HIGH

CVE-2026-22521: WordPress Handmade Framework plugin <= 3.9 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

Vendor G5Theme
Product Handmade Framework
Weakness CWE-98 · PHP file inclusion
Published January 8, 2026
Last update April 28, 2026

CVSS base score

7.5/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity High
Privileges required Low
User interaction None
Confidentiality High
Integrity High

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in G5Theme Handmade Framework handmade-framework allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Handmade Framework: from n/a through <= 3.9.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

The Handmade Framework versions 3.9 and earlier contain a flaw that allows authenticated users with low privileges to read sensitive data, modify site content, or disrupt service. The vulnerability requires network access and high attack complexity, but no user interaction. Administrators should update to a version newer than 3.9 as soon as a patch is available.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Read sensitive data, modify site content, or disrupt service availability.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Authenticated users can access confidential information, alter content, or cause downtime.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have low-level authenticated access to the site.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

January 8, 2026 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated

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