CVE-2025-68902 is a path traversal vulnerability identified in the AivahThemes Anona product, affecting all versions up to and including 8.0. Path traversal vulnerabilities occur when an application improperly restricts user-supplied input used to construct file or directory paths, allowing attackers to navigate outside the intended directory boundaries. In this case, the vulnerability enables remote, unauthenticated attackers to craft malicious requests that manipulate pathname parameters to access files and directories outside the restricted scope. This can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, modification of critical files, or disruption of service. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.3, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Although no public exploits are currently known, the vulnerability's characteristics make it a significant risk, especially for web servers hosting the Anona theme. The lack of available patches at the time of publication necessitates immediate attention to alternative mitigations. The vulnerability is particularly relevant for organizations using WordPress or similar CMS platforms with the Anona theme, as these environments often serve as public-facing portals, increasing exposure to external threats.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-68902 can be substantial. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files such as configuration files, credentials, or proprietary data, compromising confidentiality. Integrity could be affected if attackers modify files, potentially injecting malicious code or defacing websites, damaging brand reputation and trust. Availability may also be impacted if critical files are deleted or corrupted, causing service outages. Organizations in sectors like e-commerce, government, and media, which rely heavily on web presence, are particularly vulnerable. The ease of exploitation without authentication or user interaction increases the risk of automated attacks and widespread scanning by threat actors. Additionally, compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations could be jeopardized if personal data is exposed, leading to legal and financial repercussions.

1. Monitor official AivahThemes channels and Patchstack for the release of security patches addressing CVE-2025-68902 and apply them immediately upon availability. 2. Implement strict input validation and sanitization on all user-supplied parameters related to file paths to prevent traversal sequences such as '../'. 3. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules specifically designed to detect and block path traversal attempts targeting the Anona theme. 4. Restrict file system permissions for the web server process to the minimum necessary, preventing access to sensitive directories even if traversal occurs. 5. Conduct regular security audits and penetration tests focusing on file path handling in web applications using the Anona theme. 6. Use intrusion detection systems (IDS) to monitor for unusual file access patterns or anomalies indicative of exploitation attempts. 7. Educate development and operations teams about secure coding practices related to file path management and the risks of path traversal vulnerabilities.