CVE-2025-29002: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in snstheme Simen
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in snstheme Simen snssimen allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Simen: from n/a through <= 4.6.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2025-29002 affects the snstheme Simen PHP program (versions up to 4.6) and is characterized by improper control of filenames used in include/require statements. This flaw allows PHP Local File Inclusion, which can enable attackers to read or execute arbitrary files on the server. The CVSS 3.1 score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and full impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to local file inclusion, allowing attackers to access sensitive files or execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running the vulnerable Simen theme. There are no known exploits in the wild currently.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to vulnerable endpoints and applying web application firewall rules to block suspicious requests targeting file inclusion.
CVE-2025-29002: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in snstheme Simen
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in snstheme Simen snssimen allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Simen: from n/a through <= 4.6.
AI-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2025-29002 affects the snstheme Simen PHP program (versions up to 4.6) and is characterized by improper control of filenames used in include/require statements. This flaw allows PHP Local File Inclusion, which can enable attackers to read or execute arbitrary files on the server. The CVSS 3.1 score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and full impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to local file inclusion, allowing attackers to access sensitive files or execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running the vulnerable Simen theme. There are no known exploits in the wild currently.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to vulnerable endpoints and applying web application firewall rules to block suspicious requests targeting file inclusion.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-03-11T08:10:52.910Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 68518788a8c921274385dec7
Added to database: 6/17/2025, 3:19:36 PM
Last enriched: 5/1/2026, 10:51:06 AM
Last updated: 5/13/2026, 12:22:20 AM
Views: 79
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