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CVE-2026-54814 StylemixThemes CVE debrief

The CVE-2026-54814 vulnerability is a PHP Remote File Inclusion issue in the Motors plugin, affecting versions up to 1.4.109. This vulnerability allows attackers to include local or remote files, potentially leading to code execution. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.1, indicating high severity. Users of the Motors plugin should update to a patched version as soon as possible. The vulnerability was made public on June 17, 2026. No known ransomware campaigns have been associated with this vulnerability. The CVE record and NVD details provide further information on this issue.

Vendor
StylemixThemes
Product
Motors
CVSS
HIGH 8.1
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-17
Original CVE updated
2026-06-17
Advisory published
2026-06-17
Advisory updated
2026-06-17

Who should care

Users of the Motors plugin, particularly those with versions up to 1.4.109, should be concerned about this vulnerability. Additionally, developers and administrators responsible for maintaining WordPress installations with the Motors plugin should prioritize updating to a patched version.

Technical summary

The CVE-2026-54814 vulnerability is classified as a PHP Remote File Inclusion (RFI) issue, specifically an Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program. This vulnerability affects the Motors plugin, versions up to 1.4.109. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to include local or remote files, potentially leading to code execution. The CVSS vector for this vulnerability is CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H, indicating a high severity score of 8.1. The weakness associated with this vulnerability is CWE-98.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

  • Update the Motors plugin to a patched version as soon as possible.
  • Review and restrict file inclusion functionality in PHP applications.
  • Implement proper input validation and sanitization.
  • Monitor for suspicious activity and potential exploitation attempts.
  • Consider using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to detect and prevent attacks.
  • Keep all software and plugins up-to-date with the latest security patches.

Evidence notes

The information provided is based on data from the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) and Patchstack. The CVE record and NVD details were accessed on June 17, 2026. The vulnerability was made public on the same day.

Official resources

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