CVE-2025-59564 is a vulnerability identified in the ThemeMove EduMall product, specifically affecting versions prior to 4.4.5. The issue stems from improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements, which can lead to a Remote File Inclusion (RFI) or Local File Inclusion (LFI) attack. In such attacks, an adversary can manipulate the input to include malicious files from remote servers or local system paths, resulting in arbitrary code execution within the context of the web server. This can compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability is rooted in insecure coding practices where user-supplied input is not properly sanitized or validated before being used in file inclusion functions. Although no public exploits have been reported yet, the nature of the vulnerability makes it a critical target for attackers seeking to gain unauthorized access or control over EduMall installations. The vulnerability affects the EduMall e-learning platform, which is used to manage online educational content and user data. The lack of a CVSS score indicates that the vulnerability is newly published and has not yet been fully assessed. The vulnerability was reserved in September 2025 and published in October 2025, indicating recent discovery. The absence of patches at the time of publication suggests that users must implement interim mitigations to reduce risk. The vulnerability's exploitation requires no authentication and can be triggered remotely, increasing its threat level. The vulnerability's impact can range from website defacement and data leakage to full server takeover, depending on the attacker's payload and server configuration.

For European organizations using ThemeMove EduMall, this vulnerability could lead to severe consequences including unauthorized access to sensitive educational data, disruption of e-learning services, and potential compromise of backend systems. Educational institutions and training providers rely heavily on the integrity and availability of their platforms; exploitation could result in loss of trust, regulatory penalties under GDPR for data breaches, and operational downtime. The ability to execute arbitrary code remotely means attackers could implant malware, exfiltrate personal data of students and staff, or pivot to other internal systems. Given the increasing digitization of education in Europe, the impact extends beyond immediate data loss to long-term reputational damage and financial costs associated with incident response and remediation. Additionally, attackers could leverage compromised EduMall instances to launch further attacks within the network or use them as a foothold for espionage or sabotage, especially in countries with strategic educational or research institutions.

1. Immediately monitor ThemeMove's official channels for patches addressing CVE-2025-59564 and apply them as soon as they become available. 2. In the interim, implement strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters that influence file inclusion, ensuring only allowed filenames or paths are accepted. 3. Disable PHP's allow_url_include directive to prevent remote file inclusion if not already disabled. 4. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules designed to detect and block suspicious file inclusion attempts targeting EduMall. 5. Conduct thorough code reviews and audits of customizations or plugins integrated with EduMall to identify and remediate unsafe include/require usage. 6. Restrict file system permissions for the web server user to limit the impact of any successful file inclusion exploit. 7. Enable logging and alerting on unusual file inclusion or code execution activities to facilitate early detection. 8. Educate administrators and developers on secure coding practices related to file inclusion and input handling. 9. Consider network segmentation to isolate EduMall servers from critical infrastructure to contain potential breaches. 10. Regularly backup EduMall data and configurations to enable rapid recovery in case of compromise.