CVE-2025-68984 is a vulnerability classified as Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in the thembay Puca PHP program, specifically versions up to 2.6.39. This vulnerability enables Remote File Inclusion (RFI), where an attacker can manipulate the filename parameter in PHP include or require statements to load malicious remote files. The root cause is insufficient validation or sanitization of user-supplied input that controls the file path used in these statements. Exploiting this vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code on the affected server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data theft, or defacement. The vulnerability is critical because it bypasses normal access controls and can be triggered remotely without authentication. Although no public exploits are currently known, the nature of RFI vulnerabilities makes them attractive targets for attackers. The vulnerability affects the thembay Puca product, a PHP-based application commonly used in web environments. The lack of a CVSS score indicates that the vulnerability is newly published and pending further analysis. The vulnerability was reserved and published at the end of 2025, indicating recent discovery. The absence of patches at the time of publication necessitates immediate attention to mitigation strategies.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-68984 can be severe. Exploitation can lead to unauthorized remote code execution, allowing attackers to take control of web servers hosting the thembay Puca application. This can result in data breaches involving sensitive customer or business data, defacement of websites, or use of compromised servers as pivot points for further attacks within corporate networks. Organizations in sectors such as e-commerce, digital services, and hosting providers are particularly vulnerable due to their reliance on PHP-based web applications. The disruption caused by such an attack can affect business continuity, damage reputation, and lead to regulatory penalties under GDPR if personal data is compromised. Additionally, the ease of exploitation without authentication increases the risk of widespread attacks. The lack of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive defense, but the threat landscape could rapidly evolve once exploit code becomes available.

To mitigate CVE-2025-68984, organizations should first monitor for official patches or updates from thembay and apply them promptly once released. Until patches are available, implement strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters controlling file inclusion paths to prevent injection of remote URLs or unauthorized local files. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block suspicious file inclusion attempts and anomalous HTTP requests. Disable allow_url_include and allow_url_fopen directives in PHP configurations to prevent remote file inclusion where possible. Conduct thorough code reviews and audits of customizations to the Puca application to identify and remediate unsafe include/require usage. Limit the web server's file system permissions to restrict access to only necessary directories, minimizing the impact of potential exploitation. Regularly back up web application data and configurations to enable rapid recovery in case of compromise. Finally, increase monitoring and logging of web server activity to detect early signs of exploitation attempts.