CVE-2025-60071 identifies a Remote File Inclusion (RFI) vulnerability in the don-themes Riode Multi-Purpose WooCommerce WordPress theme, specifically affecting versions up to 1.6.23. The vulnerability stems from improper validation and control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements within the theme's codebase. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the filename parameter to include arbitrary files, potentially hosted remotely, leading to remote code execution on the server. Such execution can enable attackers to run malicious PHP code, escalate privileges, steal sensitive data, or disrupt service availability. The vulnerability is categorized as a PHP Local File Inclusion issue but can be exploited remotely if the attacker can control the input to the include/require statement. No CVSS score has been assigned yet, and no public exploits have been reported, but the nature of the vulnerability is critical in web application contexts. The affected product is widely used in WooCommerce-based e-commerce sites, which often handle sensitive customer and payment data. The vulnerability was reserved in September 2025 and published in December 2025, indicating recent discovery. The lack of patch links suggests a patch may not yet be publicly available, increasing the urgency for mitigation. The vulnerability's exploitation requires no authentication and can be triggered remotely, increasing the attack surface significantly.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a substantial risk, particularly for those operating e-commerce platforms using the Riode WooCommerce theme. Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access to backend systems, manipulate or steal customer data, inject malware, or disrupt business operations. This can result in financial losses, reputational damage, regulatory penalties under GDPR for data breaches, and operational downtime. Given the widespread use of WordPress and WooCommerce in Europe, especially in countries with mature e-commerce markets like Germany, the UK, France, and the Netherlands, the potential impact is broad. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to pivot into internal networks or launch further attacks. The absence of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive defense, but the vulnerability’s nature means it could be rapidly weaponized once details become widely known.

European organizations should immediately audit their WordPress installations to identify the use of the Riode Multi-Purpose WooCommerce theme, particularly versions up to 1.6.23. Until an official patch is released, organizations should implement strict input validation and sanitization on any parameters that influence file inclusion paths, ideally restricting includes to whitelisted directories. Employing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block attempts to exploit file inclusion vulnerabilities is critical. Disabling remote file inclusion in PHP configurations (e.g., setting allow_url_include=Off) can reduce risk. Monitoring web server logs for suspicious requests targeting include/require parameters can provide early detection. Organizations should also prepare to apply patches promptly once available and consider isolating affected systems or running them with minimal privileges to limit potential damage. Regular backups and incident response plans should be updated to handle potential exploitation scenarios.