CVE-2025-60057 is a vulnerability classified as PHP Local File Inclusion (LFI) in the AncoraThemes DJ Rainflow WordPress theme, specifically affecting versions up to 1.3.13. The root cause is improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements, which allows an attacker to manipulate the input to include arbitrary files from the local filesystem. This can lead to disclosure of sensitive information, such as configuration files or credentials, and potentially remote code execution if combined with other vulnerabilities or writable file locations. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.1, indicating high severity, with an attack vector of network (AV:N), high attack complexity (AC:H), no privileges required (PR:N), no user interaction (UI:N), unchanged scope (S:U), and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (C:H/I:H/A:H). Although no public exploits are currently known, the vulnerability's nature makes it a critical risk for websites using the DJ Rainflow theme. Attackers can exploit this flaw remotely without authentication, making it a significant threat to web servers running vulnerable versions. The vulnerability was reserved in September 2025 and published in December 2025, with no patches currently linked, indicating that organizations must monitor for updates and apply them promptly once available.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk, especially those relying on WordPress sites using the DJ Rainflow theme. Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data, including user credentials, internal configuration files, and proprietary information, severely impacting confidentiality. Integrity can be compromised by allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code or modify website content, potentially defacing sites or injecting malicious scripts for further attacks such as phishing or malware distribution. Availability may also be affected if attackers disrupt service or cause denial-of-service conditions. Given the theme's use in various industries, including e-commerce, media, and corporate websites, the impact could extend to reputational damage, regulatory non-compliance (e.g., GDPR breaches), and financial losses. The lack of required authentication and user interaction increases the risk of automated exploitation attempts, making timely mitigation critical.

Organizations should immediately inventory their WordPress installations to identify the use of the DJ Rainflow theme and verify the version in use. Until an official patch is released, implement strict input validation and sanitization on any parameters that influence file inclusion paths, ideally restricting includes to a whitelist of allowed files or directories. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block suspicious requests that attempt to manipulate include parameters or access local files. Disable unnecessary PHP functions such as include, require, or allow_url_include if not needed, and ensure the web server runs with the least privileges to limit the impact of potential exploitation. Regularly monitor security advisories from AncoraThemes and Patchstack for patch releases and apply updates promptly. Additionally, conduct security audits and penetration testing focusing on file inclusion vulnerabilities to identify and remediate similar issues proactively.