CVE-2025-58934 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress theme 'The Gig' developed by axiomthemes, affecting all versions up to and including 1.18.0. The vulnerability arises from improper control over the filename used in PHP include or require statements. Specifically, the theme fails to adequately validate or sanitize user-supplied input that determines which files are included during execution. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the input to include arbitrary files from the server's filesystem. Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to disclosure of sensitive files such as configuration files, password files, or other critical data stored on the server. In some cases, it may also enable remote code execution if the attacker can upload malicious files or leverage other chained vulnerabilities. The vulnerability is classified as a Local File Inclusion rather than Remote File Inclusion, indicating that the attacker can include files present on the server rather than fetching remote files. No CVSS score has been assigned yet, and no public exploits have been reported. The vulnerability was reserved in September 2025 and published in December 2025. The lack of patch links suggests that a fix is not yet publicly available, increasing the urgency for mitigation. The theme is used primarily in WordPress environments, which are widely deployed across many European organizations for business websites, blogs, and e-commerce platforms. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability could gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or compromise the integrity and availability of affected websites.

For European organizations, exploitation of CVE-2025-58934 could lead to significant confidentiality breaches by exposing sensitive files such as database credentials, configuration files, or user data stored on web servers. Integrity of websites could be compromised if attackers manage to execute arbitrary code or modify site content, potentially damaging brand reputation and customer trust. Availability may also be affected if attackers disrupt website functionality or deploy ransomware or defacement attacks. Organizations relying on 'The Gig' theme for customer-facing or internal WordPress sites are at risk of data leakage and service disruption. Given the widespread use of WordPress in Europe, especially among SMEs and digital service providers, the impact could be broad. Furthermore, sectors with strict data protection regulations such as finance, healthcare, and government could face regulatory penalties if breaches occur. The absence of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive mitigation, but the vulnerability’s nature suggests it could be weaponized quickly once a public exploit emerges.

1. Immediate identification of all WordPress installations using 'The Gig' theme version 1.18.0 or earlier is critical. 2. Monitor official axiomthemes channels and Patchstack advisories for the release of a security patch and apply it promptly. 3. Until a patch is available, implement manual code review and hardening by restricting or sanitizing inputs controlling file inclusion in the theme’s PHP files. 4. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block suspicious requests attempting to exploit file inclusion vectors. 5. Restrict file system permissions on web servers to limit access to sensitive files, minimizing the impact of LFI exploitation. 6. Conduct regular backups and ensure incident response plans are updated to handle potential website compromises. 7. Educate site administrators on the risks of using outdated themes and the importance of timely updates. 8. Consider temporary disabling or replacing the vulnerable theme with a secure alternative if patching is delayed. 9. Use security plugins that can detect anomalous file access or code injection attempts within WordPress environments.