CVE-2025-47533 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting the Iqonic Design Graphina product, specifically versions up to 3.0.4. The vulnerability is classified as a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) issue (CWE-352) that enables PHP Local File Inclusion (LFI). CSRF vulnerabilities allow an attacker to trick an authenticated user into submitting a malicious request to a web application without their consent or knowledge. In this case, the CSRF flaw can be exploited to perform PHP LFI, which involves including files from the local server into the PHP execution context. This can lead to arbitrary code execution, disclosure of sensitive files, or complete compromise of the affected system. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vector string (AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H) shows that the attack can be performed remotely over the network without privileges or user interaction but requires high attack complexity. The scope is unchanged, meaning the vulnerability affects the same security authority. No known exploits are currently in the wild, and no patches have been linked yet. The vulnerability was published on May 7, 2025, and has been enriched by CISA, indicating recognition by US cybersecurity authorities. The lack of user interaction and privileges needed, combined with the ability to execute local file inclusion, makes this a critical threat to web applications using Graphina, potentially allowing attackers to read sensitive files, execute arbitrary PHP code, or disrupt service.

For European organizations using Iqonic Design Graphina, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. Graphina is a WordPress plugin used for creating charts and data visualizations, often integrated into corporate websites, intranets, or client-facing portals. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive internal files, such as configuration files, credentials, or proprietary data. Attackers could also execute arbitrary PHP code, potentially leading to full server compromise, data theft, defacement, or use of the server as a pivot point for further attacks. This could impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical business systems. Organizations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure are particularly at risk due to the sensitivity of their data and regulatory requirements under GDPR. The high attack complexity somewhat reduces the likelihood of widespread automated exploitation, but targeted attacks against high-value European entities remain a concern. The absence of known exploits in the wild provides a window for proactive mitigation before active exploitation begins.

European organizations should immediately audit their use of the Graphina plugin and identify affected versions (up to 3.0.4). Until an official patch is released, organizations should consider the following mitigations: 1) Disable or remove the Graphina plugin if it is not essential to reduce the attack surface. 2) Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious CSRF attempts and attempts to exploit local file inclusion patterns. 3) Enforce strict Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to limit the impact of injected scripts or malicious requests. 4) Harden PHP configurations by disabling functions that facilitate file inclusion (e.g., allow_url_include) and restricting file system permissions to prevent unauthorized file access. 5) Monitor web server and application logs for unusual requests indicative of CSRF or LFI exploitation attempts. 6) Educate users and administrators about the risks of CSRF and the importance of applying updates promptly. Once a patch is available from Iqonic Design, prioritize testing and deployment in all affected environments. Additionally, consider implementing multi-factor authentication and network segmentation to limit the potential impact of a compromised web server.