CVE-2025-63062: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in AndonDesign UDesign Core
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in AndonDesign UDesign Core u-design-core allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects UDesign Core: from n/a through <= 4.14.0.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-63062 is a vulnerability identified in AndonDesign's UDesign Core product, versions up to and including 4.14.0. The flaw arises from improper control over the filename used in PHP include or require statements, which leads to a Remote File Inclusion (RFI) vulnerability. RFI vulnerabilities allow attackers to include and execute remote malicious PHP code by manipulating input parameters that specify file paths. In this case, the vulnerability permits an attacker with low privileges (PR:L) and requiring user interaction (UI:R) to exploit the flaw remotely over the network (AV:N). The CVSS vector indicates a scope change (S:C), meaning the vulnerability affects resources beyond the initially vulnerable component. The impact on confidentiality is high (C:H), as attackers can potentially access sensitive data or execute arbitrary code, while integrity impact is low (I:L) and availability is not affected (A:N). Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability poses a significant risk due to the ease of exploitation and the potential for remote code execution. The vulnerability is particularly relevant for web applications built on PHP that use UDesign Core for content management or web design, as attackers could leverage this flaw to compromise web servers, steal data, or pivot within the network. The lack of available patches at the time of publication increases the urgency for organizations to implement interim mitigations and monitor for suspicious activity.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-63062 can be substantial, especially for those relying on UDesign Core in their web infrastructure. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, including customer data, intellectual property, and internal configuration files, thereby violating GDPR and other data protection regulations. The ability to execute remote code compromises system integrity and may allow attackers to establish persistent footholds, conduct lateral movement, or deploy further malware. Although availability is not directly impacted, the indirect consequences such as data breaches, reputational damage, and regulatory fines can be severe. Organizations in sectors like finance, healthcare, government, and e-commerce, which often deploy PHP-based web solutions, are at higher risk. Additionally, the requirement for user interaction suggests that phishing or social engineering could be used to facilitate exploitation, increasing the attack surface. The vulnerability's presence in a widely used web design core component amplifies the potential scale of impact across multiple European enterprises and public sector entities.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Monitor AndonDesign's official channels closely for the release of security patches addressing CVE-2025-63062 and apply them promptly once available. 2. Until patches are released, implement strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters that influence file inclusion to prevent injection of malicious paths. 3. Configure PHP settings to disable allow_url_include and allow_url_fopen directives to prevent remote file inclusion via URL. 4. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block suspicious include/require requests or payloads indicative of RFI attempts. 5. Restrict file inclusion paths using PHP's open_basedir directive to limit accessible directories and prevent unauthorized file access. 6. Conduct regular code audits and penetration testing focusing on file inclusion mechanisms within UDesign Core integrations. 7. Educate users and administrators about phishing and social engineering risks that could trigger user interaction required for exploitation. 8. Implement network segmentation and least privilege principles to limit the potential spread of an attacker post-exploitation. 9. Enable comprehensive logging and monitoring to detect anomalous file inclusion attempts or unexpected PHP execution patterns. 10. Consider temporary disabling or isolating vulnerable UDesign Core instances if immediate patching is not feasible.
Affected Countries
Germany, France, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden
CVE-2025-63062: Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in AndonDesign UDesign Core
Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in AndonDesign UDesign Core u-design-core allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects UDesign Core: from n/a through <= 4.14.0.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-63062 is a vulnerability identified in AndonDesign's UDesign Core product, versions up to and including 4.14.0. The flaw arises from improper control over the filename used in PHP include or require statements, which leads to a Remote File Inclusion (RFI) vulnerability. RFI vulnerabilities allow attackers to include and execute remote malicious PHP code by manipulating input parameters that specify file paths. In this case, the vulnerability permits an attacker with low privileges (PR:L) and requiring user interaction (UI:R) to exploit the flaw remotely over the network (AV:N). The CVSS vector indicates a scope change (S:C), meaning the vulnerability affects resources beyond the initially vulnerable component. The impact on confidentiality is high (C:H), as attackers can potentially access sensitive data or execute arbitrary code, while integrity impact is low (I:L) and availability is not affected (A:N). Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability poses a significant risk due to the ease of exploitation and the potential for remote code execution. The vulnerability is particularly relevant for web applications built on PHP that use UDesign Core for content management or web design, as attackers could leverage this flaw to compromise web servers, steal data, or pivot within the network. The lack of available patches at the time of publication increases the urgency for organizations to implement interim mitigations and monitor for suspicious activity.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-63062 can be substantial, especially for those relying on UDesign Core in their web infrastructure. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, including customer data, intellectual property, and internal configuration files, thereby violating GDPR and other data protection regulations. The ability to execute remote code compromises system integrity and may allow attackers to establish persistent footholds, conduct lateral movement, or deploy further malware. Although availability is not directly impacted, the indirect consequences such as data breaches, reputational damage, and regulatory fines can be severe. Organizations in sectors like finance, healthcare, government, and e-commerce, which often deploy PHP-based web solutions, are at higher risk. Additionally, the requirement for user interaction suggests that phishing or social engineering could be used to facilitate exploitation, increasing the attack surface. The vulnerability's presence in a widely used web design core component amplifies the potential scale of impact across multiple European enterprises and public sector entities.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Monitor AndonDesign's official channels closely for the release of security patches addressing CVE-2025-63062 and apply them promptly once available. 2. Until patches are released, implement strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters that influence file inclusion to prevent injection of malicious paths. 3. Configure PHP settings to disable allow_url_include and allow_url_fopen directives to prevent remote file inclusion via URL. 4. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block suspicious include/require requests or payloads indicative of RFI attempts. 5. Restrict file inclusion paths using PHP's open_basedir directive to limit accessible directories and prevent unauthorized file access. 6. Conduct regular code audits and penetration testing focusing on file inclusion mechanisms within UDesign Core integrations. 7. Educate users and administrators about phishing and social engineering risks that could trigger user interaction required for exploitation. 8. Implement network segmentation and least privilege principles to limit the potential spread of an attacker post-exploitation. 9. Enable comprehensive logging and monitoring to detect anomalous file inclusion attempts or unexpected PHP execution patterns. 10. Consider temporary disabling or isolating vulnerable UDesign Core instances if immediate patching is not feasible.
Affected Countries
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-10-24T14:26:38.886Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69383acb29cea75c35b76fe9
Added to database: 12/9/2025, 3:05:47 PM
Last enriched: 2/12/2026, 6:56:39 AM
Last updated: 3/23/2026, 11:59:09 PM
Views: 113
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