CVE-2025-51057 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability identified in Vedo Suite version 2024.17. This vulnerability arises due to an unsanitized use of the PHP readfile() function within the '/api_vedo/video/preview' endpoint. Specifically, authenticated remote attackers can exploit this flaw by manipulating input parameters to cause the application to read and disclose arbitrary files from the underlying filesystem. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-98, which relates to improper control of filename for inclusion, leading to unintended file disclosure. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, indicating a medium severity level, with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. This means the attack can be performed remotely over the network (AV:N) with low attack complexity (AC:L), requires privileges of an authenticated user (PR:L), does not require user interaction (UI:N), and impacts confidentiality (C:H) but not integrity or availability. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been linked yet. The vulnerability allows attackers to read sensitive files, potentially exposing configuration files, credentials, or other sensitive data stored on the server, which can lead to further compromise or information leakage. Since the flaw requires authentication, the attack surface is limited to users with valid credentials, but the lack of user interaction and low complexity makes exploitation feasible once authenticated access is obtained.

For European organizations using Vedo Suite 2024.17, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to confidentiality. Attackers with valid credentials could access sensitive files on the server, potentially exposing personal data protected under GDPR, intellectual property, or internal configuration files that could facilitate further attacks. The exposure of such data could lead to regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. Given that Vedo Suite is a multimedia management platform, organizations in media, education, and corporate sectors relying on this software could be particularly affected. The requirement for authentication reduces the risk of widespread exploitation but does not eliminate insider threats or risks from compromised user accounts. The absence of known exploits in the wild suggests limited current exploitation but also highlights the importance of proactive mitigation to prevent future attacks.

European organizations should prioritize the following mitigation steps: 1) Immediately audit user privileges to ensure that only trusted users have access to Vedo Suite, minimizing the number of accounts that can exploit this vulnerability. 2) Implement strict input validation and sanitization on the '/api_vedo/video/preview' endpoint to prevent malicious file path parameters from being processed. 3) Monitor access logs for unusual file access patterns or attempts to read sensitive files. 4) Apply virtual patching via web application firewalls (WAFs) by creating rules that block suspicious requests targeting the vulnerable endpoint. 5) Engage with the Vedo Suite vendor to obtain and apply official patches or updates as soon as they become available. 6) Consider network segmentation to isolate the Vedo Suite servers from critical internal systems to limit lateral movement in case of compromise. 7) Conduct regular security awareness training for users with access to reduce the risk of credential compromise. These steps go beyond generic advice by focusing on access control, monitoring, and compensating controls until a patch is available.