CVE-2025-69087 is a vulnerability classified under CWE-98, which concerns improper control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements. This vulnerability affects the jwsthemes FreeAgent product up to version 2.1.2. The flaw allows an attacker to perform PHP Remote File Inclusion (RFI), where malicious remote files can be included and executed by the vulnerable PHP application. This occurs because the application fails to properly validate or sanitize user-supplied input that determines the file path for inclusion. Exploiting this vulnerability enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data theft, defacement, or denial of service. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, but high attack complexity. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability is publicly disclosed and poses a significant risk to affected installations. The lack of available patches at the time of disclosure necessitates immediate mitigation efforts. This vulnerability is particularly dangerous because PHP Remote File Inclusion can allow attackers to load malicious scripts from external servers, bypassing local security controls and escalating their access within the target environment.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-69087 can be severe. Organizations using FreeAgent for website management or content delivery may face unauthorized remote code execution, leading to data breaches, defacement, or service outages. Confidentiality is at risk as attackers can access sensitive data stored or processed by the application. Integrity can be compromised through unauthorized modification of files or databases. Availability may be disrupted by attackers deploying denial-of-service conditions or deleting critical files. The vulnerability's network accessibility and lack of authentication requirements increase the attack surface, making it easier for remote attackers to exploit. This can affect businesses, government agencies, and critical infrastructure relying on FreeAgent, potentially causing reputational damage, regulatory penalties under GDPR, and operational disruptions. The absence of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive defense, but the high severity score indicates urgent remediation is necessary to prevent future attacks.

1. Monitor jwsthemes official channels for patches addressing CVE-2025-69087 and apply them immediately upon release. 2. Until patches are available, disable PHP's allow_url_include directive to prevent remote file inclusion. 3. Implement strict input validation and sanitization on all user inputs that influence file inclusion paths, employing whitelisting of allowed files. 4. Configure PHP open_basedir restrictions to limit file access to safe directories only. 5. Deploy Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block attempts to exploit file inclusion vulnerabilities. 6. Conduct code audits to identify and remediate unsafe include/require statements. 7. Restrict network access to the vulnerable application to trusted IP ranges where feasible. 8. Monitor logs for suspicious requests attempting to exploit file inclusion. 9. Educate development and security teams about secure coding practices related to file inclusion. 10. Consider isolating the affected application in a sandboxed environment to limit potential damage.