CVE-2025-27272: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in vinagecko VG PostCarousel
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in vinagecko VG PostCarousel vg-postcarousel allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects VG PostCarousel: from n/a through <= 1.1.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2025-27272 affects vinagecko VG PostCarousel versions up to 1.1. It arises from improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements, enabling PHP Local File Inclusion. This can allow attackers to include arbitrary local files on the server, potentially exposing sensitive information or enabling further attacks. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.5, reflecting network attack vector, high privileges required, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available, and the product is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to disclosure of sensitive files on the server, modification of application behavior, and potentially full system compromise. The high CVSS score reflects the critical nature of the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported so far.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should restrict access to the affected plugin, disable or remove VG PostCarousel if not needed, and apply strict input validation or web application firewall rules to mitigate exploitation risks.
CVE-2025-27272: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in vinagecko VG PostCarousel
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in vinagecko VG PostCarousel vg-postcarousel allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects VG PostCarousel: from n/a through <= 1.1.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2025-27272 affects vinagecko VG PostCarousel versions up to 1.1. It arises from improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements, enabling PHP Local File Inclusion. This can allow attackers to include arbitrary local files on the server, potentially exposing sensitive information or enabling further attacks. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.5, reflecting network attack vector, high privileges required, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available, and the product is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to disclosure of sensitive files on the server, modification of application behavior, and potentially full system compromise. The high CVSS score reflects the critical nature of the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported so far.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should restrict access to the affected plugin, disable or remove VG PostCarousel if not needed, and apply strict input validation or web application firewall rules to mitigate exploitation risks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-02-21T16:44:52.128Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69cd72c6e6bfc5ba1deecdd9
Added to database: 4/1/2026, 7:32:22 PM
Last enriched: 5/1/2026, 10:22:37 AM
Last updated: 5/20/2026, 8:50:09 AM
Views: 28
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