CVE-2025-67946 is a remote file inclusion (RFI) vulnerability found in the AdForest PHP script developed by scriptsbundle, affecting versions up to 6.0.11. The vulnerability arises from improper control over the filename parameter used in PHP include or require statements, allowing an attacker to supply a malicious remote file. When exploited, this can lead to arbitrary code execution on the server hosting the vulnerable AdForest application. The vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction, and can be triggered remotely over the network. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with attack vector being network, high attack complexity, and no privileges or user interaction required. The flaw can lead to full system compromise, data theft, defacement, or service disruption. Although no public exploits are currently known, the nature of RFI vulnerabilities and the widespread use of PHP scripts in web applications make this a critical risk. The vulnerability was reserved in December 2025 and published in January 2026, indicating recent discovery. No official patches or mitigations have been linked yet, but standard best practices for RFI vulnerabilities apply.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-67946 can be severe. AdForest is commonly used for classified ads and marketplace websites, which often contain sensitive user data and business-critical information. Exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to confidential data, website defacement, injection of malicious content, and disruption of services. This can damage reputation, result in regulatory penalties under GDPR for data breaches, and cause financial losses. Public-facing web servers running vulnerable AdForest versions are particularly at risk. The ability to execute arbitrary code remotely without authentication increases the likelihood of automated attacks and widespread compromise. Organizations relying on AdForest for e-commerce or community platforms may face downtime and loss of customer trust. Additionally, attackers could use compromised servers as pivot points for further attacks within corporate networks.

1. Immediately monitor for updates or patches from scriptsbundle addressing CVE-2025-67946 and apply them as soon as available. 2. Until patches are released, implement strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters used in include/require statements to prevent injection of remote URLs or unauthorized file paths. 3. Disable allow_url_include and allow_url_fopen directives in PHP configuration to prevent remote file inclusion. 4. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting RFI attack patterns to detect and block exploitation attempts. 5. Conduct code audits on customizations of AdForest to ensure no unsafe dynamic includes exist. 6. Restrict file permissions and isolate web server environments to limit the impact of potential compromise. 7. Monitor logs for suspicious requests attempting to exploit include parameters. 8. Educate developers and administrators about secure coding practices related to file inclusion. 9. Consider using runtime application self-protection (RASP) solutions to detect and prevent exploitation in real time.