CVE-2025-69167: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Eros
CVE-2025-69167 is a high-severity vulnerability in ThemeREX Eros versions up to and including 1.3. It involves an unauthenticated local file inclusion (LFI) issue due to improper control of filenames used in include or require statements in PHP. This vulnerability allows an attacker to potentially include and execute arbitrary files on the server, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability, identified as CWE-98, arises from improper control of filenames in include or require statements within the PHP-based ThemeREX Eros product. It allows unauthenticated attackers to perform local file inclusion (LFI) on Eros versions up to 1.3, potentially leading to remote code execution or information disclosure. The CVSS 3.1 score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to full compromise of the affected system, including disclosure of sensitive information, modification of data, and denial of service. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running the vulnerable Eros versions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the vulnerable application and monitor for suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts. Avoid exposing the application to untrusted networks where possible.
CVE-2025-69167: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Eros
Description
CVE-2025-69167 is a high-severity vulnerability in ThemeREX Eros versions up to and including 1.3. It involves an unauthenticated local file inclusion (LFI) issue due to improper control of filenames used in include or require statements in PHP. This vulnerability allows an attacker to potentially include and execute arbitrary files on the server, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability, identified as CWE-98, arises from improper control of filenames in include or require statements within the PHP-based ThemeREX Eros product. It allows unauthenticated attackers to perform local file inclusion (LFI) on Eros versions up to 1.3, potentially leading to remote code execution or information disclosure. The CVSS 3.1 score is 8.1, indicating high severity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to full compromise of the affected system, including disclosure of sensitive information, modification of data, and denial of service. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running the vulnerable Eros versions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the vulnerable application and monitor for suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts. Avoid exposing the application to untrusted networks where possible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-12-29T11:19:59.292Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a31c7970b89be68883757ab
Added to database: 6/16/2026, 10:00:55 PM
Last enriched: 6/16/2026, 10:45:15 PM
Last updated: 6/17/2026, 4:58:07 AM
Views: 4
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