Summary
CVE-2026-73387 is an unauthenticated Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability affecting the Resido WordPress theme, developed by SmartDataSoft, in versions 1.5 and earlier. The flaw stems from improper control of filenames used in PHP include/require statements (CWE-98), allowing an attacker to include arbitrary local files on the server without any authentication. The vulnerability carries a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.1 (High).
Technical details
- Root cause: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program (CWE-98) within the Resido theme’s file inclusion logic.
- Trigger conditions: No authentication or user interaction is required; an attacker can manipulate input passed to a PHP include/require statement to point to arbitrary local files on the server’s filesystem.
- Attack vector: Network-based, exploitable remotely over HTTP(S) against any WordPress site running the vulnerable theme.
- Impact: Successful exploitation can lead to disclosure of sensitive local files, and depending on server configuration, may enable further compromise affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Affected software
- SmartDataSoft Resido WordPress theme, versions ≤ 1.5
Severity
- CVSS v3.1 Base Score: 8.1 (High)
- Vector:
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Mitigation and recommended actions
- Immediate: Upgrade the Resido theme to a version newer than 1.5 as soon as a fixed release is made available by the vendor.
- If no patch is available: Restrict or disable direct access to theme files that process file-inclusion parameters, apply web application firewall (WAF) rules to block path traversal/LFI patterns, and monitor server logs for unusual file access attempts. Consider taking the affected site offline or switching themes until a patched version is confirmed available.

