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CVE-2025-27272: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in vinagecko VG PostCarousel

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VulnerabilityCVE-2025-27272cvecve-2025-27272
Published: Mon Feb 24 2025 (02/24/2025, 14:48:46 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: vinagecko
Product: 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.

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AILast updated: 05/01/2026, 10:22:37 UTC

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.

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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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