CVE-2025-53248: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in unfoldwp Magazine
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in unfoldwp Magazine eximious-magazine allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Magazine: from n/a through <= 1.2.2.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in unfoldwp Magazine theme versions up to 1.2.2 involves improper validation or control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements, enabling local file inclusion (LFI). An attacker can exploit this to include arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to code execution or disclosure of sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 score of 8.1 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with network attack vector but high attack complexity.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to disclosure of sensitive files, remote code execution, and full compromise of the affected web server running the vulnerable unfoldwp Magazine theme. The high CVSS score indicates critical impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported yet.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor unfoldwp's official channels for updates. Until a fix is available, consider disabling or removing the vulnerable theme to prevent exploitation.
CVE-2025-53248: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in unfoldwp Magazine
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in unfoldwp Magazine eximious-magazine allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Magazine: from n/a through <= 1.2.2.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in unfoldwp Magazine theme versions up to 1.2.2 involves improper validation or control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements, enabling local file inclusion (LFI). An attacker can exploit this to include arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to code execution or disclosure of sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 score of 8.1 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with network attack vector but high attack complexity.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to disclosure of sensitive files, remote code execution, and full compromise of the affected web server running the vulnerable unfoldwp Magazine theme. The high CVSS score indicates critical impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported yet.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor unfoldwp's official channels for updates. Until a fix is available, consider disabling or removing the vulnerable theme to prevent exploitation.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-06-27T10:28:19.988Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 68b05380ad5a09ad006cfd33
Added to database: 8/28/2025, 1:02:56 PM
Last enriched: 5/1/2026, 4:19:41 PM
Last updated: 5/10/2026, 8:21:08 AM
Views: 279
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