CVE-2025-69162: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Grecko
CVE-2025-69162 is a high-severity vulnerability in ThemeREX Grecko versions up to 5.17 that allows unauthenticated local file inclusion due to improper control of filenames in include/require statements. This vulnerability can lead to remote file inclusion attacks. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability, identified as CWE-98, involves improper control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements within the ThemeREX Grecko product. Specifically, unauthenticated attackers can exploit this flaw in versions up to 5.17 to perform local file inclusion, potentially leading to remote code execution or other severe impacts. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no vendor advisory or patch information currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can allow an unauthenticated attacker to include local files on the server, potentially leading to remote code execution, full system compromise, or data disclosure. The CVSS score indicates high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to vulnerable installations and monitor for suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts.
CVE-2025-69162: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Grecko
Description
CVE-2025-69162 is a high-severity vulnerability in ThemeREX Grecko versions up to 5.17 that allows unauthenticated local file inclusion due to improper control of filenames in include/require statements. This vulnerability can lead to remote file inclusion attacks. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability, identified as CWE-98, involves improper control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements within the ThemeREX Grecko product. Specifically, unauthenticated attackers can exploit this flaw in versions up to 5.17 to perform local file inclusion, potentially leading to remote code execution or other severe impacts. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no vendor advisory or patch information currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can allow an unauthenticated attacker to include local files on the server, potentially leading to remote code execution, full system compromise, or data disclosure. The CVSS score indicates high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to vulnerable installations and monitor for suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-12-29T11:19:54.138Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a31c7970b89be68883757a2
Added to database: 6/16/2026, 10:00:55 PM
Last enriched: 6/16/2026, 10:45:28 PM
Last updated: 6/17/2026, 4:58:00 AM
Views: 2
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