CVE-2026-87902: WordPress Core Remote File Inclusion Vulnerability
WordPress Core contains a remote file inclusion vulnerability which could allow an unauthenticated attacker to make page-template resolution include a chosen readable local `.php` file outside the active theme directories, leading to remote code execution.
- Published by source
- 2026-09-25
- First seen by Reality Radar
- 2026-10-20
- Last verified
- 2026-10-20
Affected
- Manufacturer
- WordPress
- Products
- Core WordPress Core
Whether your exact unit is affected depends on the model, serial number and region in the official notice.
What the official notice says
Risk: Actively exploited in the wild
Remedy / actions:
- Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
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Sources
- CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Tier A · official published 2026-09-25
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