CVE-2025-60199 is a Remote File Inclusion (RFI) vulnerability found in the dedalx InHype - Blog & Magazine WordPress theme, affecting versions up to and including 1.5.2. The root cause is improper validation and control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements, which allows an attacker to specify a remote file to be included and executed by the server. This type of vulnerability is critical because it enables remote code execution without requiring authentication or user interaction. An attacker can exploit this flaw by crafting a malicious URL or request that forces the vulnerable PHP script to include a remote file containing malicious PHP code. Once included, the attacker’s code runs with the same privileges as the web server, potentially leading to data theft, website defacement, or further network compromise. The vulnerability affects WordPress sites using the InHype theme, which is popular among blogs and magazines, increasing the attack surface. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.2, indicating high severity, with attack vector as network, low attack complexity, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed. Confidentiality impact is high due to potential data leakage, integrity impact is low as the attacker can execute code but may not fully control all data, and availability impact is none. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, but the vulnerability’s nature makes it a prime target for attackers once proof-of-concept code becomes available. The lack of available patches at the time of publication increases urgency for mitigation.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to websites running the InHype WordPress theme, particularly those handling sensitive user data or providing critical services. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of confidential information, including user credentials, personal data, or internal business information, violating GDPR and other data protection regulations. Integrity of website content and backend systems could be compromised, enabling attackers to inject malicious content, conduct phishing campaigns, or pivot to internal networks. Although availability impact is minimal, reputational damage and regulatory penalties from data breaches could be severe. Organizations in sectors such as media, publishing, e-commerce, and government are especially vulnerable due to their reliance on web presence and potential attractiveness to threat actors. The widespread use of WordPress in Europe, combined with the popularity of the InHype theme, increases the likelihood of targeted attacks. Additionally, the vulnerability’s ease of exploitation without authentication or user interaction makes it a critical concern for web administrators and security teams.

1. Immediately update the InHype WordPress theme to a patched version once available from the vendor. If no patch exists, consider temporarily disabling or removing the theme to prevent exploitation. 2. Implement strict input validation and sanitization on all user-supplied parameters that influence file inclusion or require/include statements. 3. Employ a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules designed to detect and block attempts to exploit RFI vulnerabilities, such as suspicious URL parameters or remote file references. 4. Restrict PHP configuration settings by disabling allow_url_include and allow_url_fopen directives to prevent inclusion of remote files. 5. Conduct thorough code audits on custom themes or plugins to identify similar insecure file inclusion patterns. 6. Monitor web server logs for unusual requests or error messages indicative of attempted exploitation. 7. Educate web administrators and developers about secure coding practices related to file inclusion and remote code execution risks. 8. Regularly back up website data and configurations to enable rapid recovery in case of compromise. 9. Consider deploying runtime application self-protection (RASP) tools to detect and block malicious behavior at runtime.