The vulnerability CVE-2025-49271 in GravityWP - Merge Tags arises from improper validation of filenames used in PHP include or require statements. This allows an attacker to perform Local File Inclusion (LFI), which can lead to disclosure of sensitive files, code execution, or denial of service. The issue affects all versions up to 1.4.4. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, unchanged scope, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available, and the product is not a cloud service, so remediation depends on vendor updates or user mitigation.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to local file inclusion, which may expose sensitive information, allow execution of arbitrary code, or cause denial of service. The CVSS score of 7.5 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There are no known exploits in the wild, but the vulnerability presents a significant risk if exploited.

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider disabling or removing the affected plugin version to prevent exploitation. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.