CVE-2025-58945 identifies a Remote File Inclusion vulnerability in the EcoGrow WordPress theme developed by axiomthemes, affecting versions up to and including 1.7. The vulnerability stems from improper validation and control of filenames passed to PHP include or require statements. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the filename parameter to include arbitrary files, potentially from remote servers (Remote File Inclusion) or local files (Local File Inclusion). Successful exploitation can lead to arbitrary code execution within the context of the web server, enabling attackers to execute malicious PHP code, escalate privileges, access sensitive data, or deface websites. The vulnerability does not require authentication, increasing its risk profile. No official patches or fixes have been linked yet, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild as of the publication date. The vulnerability was reserved in September 2025 and published in December 2025. The lack of a CVSS score necessitates an independent severity assessment. The affected product, EcoGrow, is a niche WordPress theme targeting eco-friendly and environmental websites, which may limit the scope but still presents a critical risk to affected sites. The vulnerability is categorized under improper control of file inclusion, a common and dangerous PHP security issue.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-58945 can be significant, particularly for those using the EcoGrow theme on WordPress sites. Exploitation could lead to full site compromise, data breaches involving customer or organizational data, defacement, or use of the compromised site as a launchpad for further attacks. This could damage brand reputation, lead to regulatory penalties under GDPR for data exposure, and cause operational disruptions. Organizations in sectors such as environmental NGOs, green tech companies, and eco-conscious businesses that may prefer EcoGrow for their web presence are at heightened risk. The vulnerability's ability to be exploited without authentication and without user interaction increases the likelihood of automated exploitation attempts. The absence of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive mitigation, but the risk remains high due to the nature of the vulnerability and the widespread use of WordPress in Europe.

1. Immediately audit all WordPress sites to identify usage of the EcoGrow theme, especially versions up to 1.7. 2. Apply any available official patches or updates from axiomthemes as soon as they are released. 3. If no official patch exists, implement manual code review and hardening by sanitizing and validating all inputs used in include/require statements to prevent arbitrary file inclusion. 4. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block suspicious file inclusion attempts targeting EcoGrow theme endpoints. 5. Restrict PHP configuration settings such as disabling allow_url_include and enabling open_basedir restrictions to limit file inclusion scope. 6. Monitor web server logs for unusual requests that attempt to exploit file inclusion vulnerabilities. 7. Educate site administrators on the risks of using outdated themes and the importance of timely updates. 8. Consider migrating to alternative, actively maintained themes if EcoGrow is no longer supported. 9. Conduct penetration testing focused on file inclusion vulnerabilities to verify mitigation effectiveness.