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CVE-2026-39613 kutethemes CVE debrief

A high-severity vulnerability, CVE-2026-39613, was found in the kute-boutique theme. This issue, classified as a PHP Local File Inclusion vulnerability, allows attackers to include local files via PHP's include/require statements. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.5 and affects the kute-boutique theme from its inception through version 2.3.3.

Vendor
kutethemes
Product
Boutique
CVSS
HIGH 7.5
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-04-08
Original CVE updated
2026-07-24
Advisory published
2026-04-08
Advisory updated
2026-07-24

Who should care

Users of the kute-boutique theme, particularly those with versions up to 2.3.3, should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary actions to mitigate the risk.

Technical summary

CVE-2026-39613 is an Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in the kute-boutique theme. This vulnerability, with a CVSS score of 7.5, allows attackers to potentially read and execute local files through PHP's include/require functionality. The issue affects the kute-boutique theme from its initial release through version 2.3.3.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

  • Update the kute-boutique theme to a version beyond 2.3.3 if available.
  • Restrict access to sensitive files and directories.
  • Implement proper input validation and sanitization.
  • Monitor for suspicious activity related to file inclusion.

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-04-08T09:16:31.050Z and last modified on 2026-07-24T21:10:00.143Z. The NVD entry is currently Deferred. Limited details are available about the specific attack vector and potential impact, but the CVSS score of 7.5 indicates a high severity level.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-39613 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-39613

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-39613 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-39613

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.