CVE-2025-69055: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in SeaTheme BM Content Builder
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in SeaTheme BM Content Builder allows Path Traversal.This issue affects BM Content Builder: from n/a before 3.16.3.3.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-69055 is a path traversal vulnerability classified under CWE-22 affecting SeaTheme BM Content Builder versions before 3.16.3.3. This vulnerability arises from improper limitation of pathname inputs, allowing an attacker to traverse directories outside the intended restricted directory. Specifically, an authenticated user with low privileges can craft malicious requests that manipulate file path parameters to access arbitrary files on the server filesystem. The vulnerability does not require user interaction beyond authentication and can be exploited remotely over the network. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, indicating a medium severity level, with the vector AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. This means the attack can be performed remotely (AV:N) with low attack complexity (AC:L), requires low privileges (PR:L), no user interaction (UI:N), and impacts confidentiality (C:H) but not integrity or availability. The primary risk is unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data stored on the server, which could include configuration files, credentials, or proprietary content. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability's nature makes it a candidate for future exploitation. The vendor has released version 3.16.3.3 to address this issue, though no direct patch links are provided in the data. Organizations using affected versions should prioritize upgrading and review their input validation and access control mechanisms to prevent exploitation.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, the primary impact of CVE-2025-69055 is the potential exposure of sensitive information due to unauthorized file access. This can lead to data breaches involving intellectual property, customer data, or internal configuration files, undermining confidentiality. While the vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability, the loss of confidentiality can have severe regulatory and reputational consequences, especially under GDPR requirements. Attackers exploiting this flaw could gain insights into system architecture or credentials, facilitating further attacks. Organizations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government, which often rely on content management systems like BM Content Builder, are particularly at risk. The ease of exploitation with low privileges and no user interaction increases the likelihood of targeted attacks or insider threats leveraging this vulnerability. Although no known exploits exist currently, the medium severity score and the nature of the vulnerability warrant immediate attention to prevent data leakage and comply with European data protection laws.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Upgrade SeaTheme BM Content Builder to version 3.16.3.3 or later immediately to apply the official fix. 2. Implement strict input validation on all file path parameters to ensure they do not contain traversal sequences such as '../' or encoded equivalents. 3. Enforce least privilege principles for user accounts, limiting access to only necessary functions within the CMS. 4. Employ web application firewalls (WAF) with rules designed to detect and block path traversal attempts. 5. Conduct regular security audits and code reviews focusing on file handling and path resolution logic. 6. Monitor server logs for suspicious file access patterns indicative of traversal attempts. 7. Isolate the CMS environment and restrict filesystem permissions to minimize the impact of potential exploitation. 8. Educate administrators and developers about secure coding practices related to file system access. 9. Prepare incident response plans to quickly address any detected exploitation attempts. 10. Coordinate with SeaTheme support channels for updates and advisories.
Affected Countries
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Italy, Spain
CVE-2025-69055: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in SeaTheme BM Content Builder
Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in SeaTheme BM Content Builder allows Path Traversal.This issue affects BM Content Builder: from n/a before 3.16.3.3.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-69055 is a path traversal vulnerability classified under CWE-22 affecting SeaTheme BM Content Builder versions before 3.16.3.3. This vulnerability arises from improper limitation of pathname inputs, allowing an attacker to traverse directories outside the intended restricted directory. Specifically, an authenticated user with low privileges can craft malicious requests that manipulate file path parameters to access arbitrary files on the server filesystem. The vulnerability does not require user interaction beyond authentication and can be exploited remotely over the network. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, indicating a medium severity level, with the vector AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. This means the attack can be performed remotely (AV:N) with low attack complexity (AC:L), requires low privileges (PR:L), no user interaction (UI:N), and impacts confidentiality (C:H) but not integrity or availability. The primary risk is unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data stored on the server, which could include configuration files, credentials, or proprietary content. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability's nature makes it a candidate for future exploitation. The vendor has released version 3.16.3.3 to address this issue, though no direct patch links are provided in the data. Organizations using affected versions should prioritize upgrading and review their input validation and access control mechanisms to prevent exploitation.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, the primary impact of CVE-2025-69055 is the potential exposure of sensitive information due to unauthorized file access. This can lead to data breaches involving intellectual property, customer data, or internal configuration files, undermining confidentiality. While the vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability, the loss of confidentiality can have severe regulatory and reputational consequences, especially under GDPR requirements. Attackers exploiting this flaw could gain insights into system architecture or credentials, facilitating further attacks. Organizations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government, which often rely on content management systems like BM Content Builder, are particularly at risk. The ease of exploitation with low privileges and no user interaction increases the likelihood of targeted attacks or insider threats leveraging this vulnerability. Although no known exploits exist currently, the medium severity score and the nature of the vulnerability warrant immediate attention to prevent data leakage and comply with European data protection laws.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Upgrade SeaTheme BM Content Builder to version 3.16.3.3 or later immediately to apply the official fix. 2. Implement strict input validation on all file path parameters to ensure they do not contain traversal sequences such as '../' or encoded equivalents. 3. Enforce least privilege principles for user accounts, limiting access to only necessary functions within the CMS. 4. Employ web application firewalls (WAF) with rules designed to detect and block path traversal attempts. 5. Conduct regular security audits and code reviews focusing on file handling and path resolution logic. 6. Monitor server logs for suspicious file access patterns indicative of traversal attempts. 7. Isolate the CMS environment and restrict filesystem permissions to minimize the impact of potential exploitation. 8. Educate administrators and developers about secure coding practices related to file system access. 9. Prepare incident response plans to quickly address any detected exploitation attempts. 10. Coordinate with SeaTheme support channels for updates and advisories.
Affected Countries
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-12-29T11:18:59.801Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 697259234623b1157c7fb15b
Added to database: 1/22/2026, 5:06:43 PM
Last enriched: 2/18/2026, 8:59:06 AM
Last updated: 3/25/2026, 4:51:14 AM
Views: 27
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