CVE-2025-26970: WordPress Ark Theme Core plugin < 1.71.0 - Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability

Published Mar 3, 2025
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Updated

Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability in FRESHFACE Ark Theme Core ark-core allows Code Injection.This issue affects Ark Theme Core: from n/a through < 1.71.0.

Affected Software

2 affected components
WordPress Ark Theme Core<=1.70.0
Arktheme The Ark Wordpress<=1.70.0

Remediation

Information

Update to 1.71.0 or a higher version.

Event History

Mar 3, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 3, 58279
Event
via MITRE·07:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26970?

CVE-2025-26970 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-26970?

To fix CVE-2025-26970, upgrade the Ark Theme Core to version 1.70.1 or later.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2025-26970?

CVE-2025-26970 can be exploited through unauthenticated remote code execution, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.

4

Which versions of Ark Theme Core are affected by CVE-2025-26970?

CVE-2025-26970 affects all versions of Ark Theme Core up to and including 1.70.0.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-26970 if I cannot update immediately?

A workaround for CVE-2025-26970 includes disabling the Ark Theme Core plugin until an update can be applied.

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