CVE-2025-47586 is a critical vulnerability classified under CWE-98, which pertains to improper control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements. This vulnerability affects the StylemixThemes Motors - Events plugin, specifically versions up to 1.4.7. The core issue is a PHP Remote File Inclusion (RFI) flaw, where an attacker can manipulate the filename parameter used in include or require statements without proper validation or sanitization. This allows the attacker to remotely include malicious PHP code hosted on an external server, leading to remote code execution (RCE). The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.0, indicating a critical severity level. The vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H) shows that the attack can be performed remotely over the network without authentication or user interaction, but requires high attack complexity. The impact is severe, affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems. Successful exploitation can lead to full system compromise, data theft, defacement, or service disruption. No official patches are currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild yet. However, the vulnerability's nature and criticality make it a high-risk target for attackers once exploit code becomes available. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it affects a widely used WordPress plugin for event management, which is often deployed on websites that handle user data and business operations. The improper input validation in the PHP include/require statements is a classic security flaw that can be leveraged to bypass security controls and execute arbitrary code on the server hosting the plugin.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-47586 can be substantial. Many businesses and event organizers in Europe rely on WordPress and popular plugins like Motors - Events to manage their online presence and event-related activities. Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive customer data, intellectual property, and internal systems. This could result in data breaches subject to GDPR penalties, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. The ability to execute arbitrary code remotely means attackers could deploy ransomware, steal credentials, or pivot within the network to compromise additional assets. Given the criticality and the potential for widespread exploitation, European organizations using this plugin must consider the vulnerability a high priority. The lack of patches increases the risk window, and attackers may target organizations with weaker security postures or outdated plugin versions. Additionally, the vulnerability could be exploited to deface websites or disrupt event management services, impacting business continuity and customer trust.

1. Immediate mitigation involves disabling or removing the affected Motors - Events plugin until a secure patch is released by StylemixThemes. 2. Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block attempts to exploit file inclusion vulnerabilities, such as blocking suspicious URL parameters or external file references. 3. Restrict PHP include paths and disable allow_url_include in the PHP configuration to prevent remote file inclusion. 4. Conduct thorough input validation and sanitization on all user-supplied data, especially parameters used in include or require statements. 5. Monitor web server and application logs for unusual requests or errors that may indicate exploitation attempts. 6. Maintain regular backups of websites and databases to enable rapid recovery in case of compromise. 7. Stay informed about updates from the vendor and apply patches immediately once available. 8. Consider deploying intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) tuned to detect RFI attack patterns. 9. For organizations with managed hosting, coordinate with hosting providers to implement additional security controls and monitoring. 10. Educate development and security teams about secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities in custom plugins or themes.