CVE-2025-30868 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the Maidul Team Manager WordPress plugin (versions up to and including 2.1.23). The vulnerability arises from improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements, which allows an attacker to manipulate the input to include arbitrary files from the server's filesystem. This can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive files, such as configuration files or password stores, and in some cases, may enable remote code execution if the attacker can upload malicious files or leverage other chained vulnerabilities. The flaw is rooted in insecure coding practices where user input is not properly sanitized or validated before being used in file inclusion functions. Although no public exploits have been reported yet, the vulnerability is critical because it affects a widely used WordPress plugin that manages team data, potentially exposing organizational information. The absence of a CVSS score indicates the vulnerability is newly disclosed, but its characteristics suggest a high risk. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 2.1.23, and no official patches or mitigations have been published at the time of disclosure. The vulnerability was reserved and published in late March 2025 by Patchstack, a known vulnerability aggregator for WordPress plugins. Organizations using this plugin should consider immediate risk assessments and mitigation strategies.

The impact of CVE-2025-30868 can be severe for organizations using the Maidul Team Manager plugin. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the web server, including configuration files, credentials, or other critical data, compromising confidentiality. In some scenarios, attackers may achieve remote code execution by including malicious files, threatening the integrity and availability of the affected systems. This can result in data breaches, defacement, or full system compromise. Since the vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction, it can be exploited remotely by unauthenticated attackers, increasing the attack surface. Organizations relying on this plugin for team management and collaboration may face operational disruptions and reputational damage. The lack of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive mitigation, but the potential for rapid weaponization exists given the commonality of the vulnerable plugin in WordPress environments.

To mitigate CVE-2025-30868, organizations should immediately audit their WordPress installations to identify the presence of the Maidul Team Manager plugin and its version. Until an official patch is released, consider disabling or removing the plugin if it is not essential. If the plugin is critical, implement strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters that influence file inclusion, ensuring only allowed filenames or paths are accepted. Configure PHP settings to disable remote file inclusion by setting 'allow_url_include' to 'Off' and 'allow_url_fopen' to 'Off' where feasible. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting LFI attack patterns to detect and block malicious requests. Monitor server logs for suspicious file inclusion attempts or anomalies. Regularly update WordPress core, plugins, and themes to the latest versions once patches become available. Additionally, restrict file permissions on the server to limit access to sensitive files and directories. Conduct security awareness training for developers to avoid insecure coding practices related to file inclusion.