CVE-2025-6991: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in hogash KALLYAS - Creative eCommerce Multi-Purpose WordPress Theme
The kallyas theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 4.21.0 via the 'TH_LatestPosts4` widget. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary .php files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where .php file types can be uploaded and included.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-6991 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the KALLYAS WordPress theme (versions up to 4.21.0) via the 'TH_LatestPosts4' widget. It permits authenticated attackers with Contributor or higher privileges to include arbitrary PHP files, enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames used in include/require statements, allowing malicious PHP code execution on the server.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with low-level authenticated access to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can lead to bypassing access controls, unauthorized data access, and full server compromise. The CVSS score of 7.5 reflects 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 Contributor-level user permissions and avoid uploading PHP files. Monitor for updates from the vendor or theme developer for an official patch.
CVE-2025-6991: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in hogash KALLYAS - Creative eCommerce Multi-Purpose WordPress Theme
Description
The kallyas theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 4.21.0 via the 'TH_LatestPosts4` widget. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary .php files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where .php file types can be uploaded and included.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-6991 is a Local File Inclusion vulnerability (CWE-98) in the KALLYAS WordPress theme (versions up to 4.21.0) via the 'TH_LatestPosts4' widget. It permits authenticated attackers with Contributor or higher privileges to include arbitrary PHP files, enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames used in include/require statements, allowing malicious PHP code execution on the server.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with low-level authenticated access to execute arbitrary PHP code on the server. This can lead to bypassing access controls, unauthorized data access, and full server compromise. The CVSS score of 7.5 reflects 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 Contributor-level user permissions and avoid uploading PHP files. Monitor for updates from the vendor or theme developer for an official patch.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-07-01T21:14:20.796Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6884849ead5a09ad005c4a0e
Added to database: 7/26/2025, 7:32:46 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:42:23 AM
Last updated: 5/9/2026, 10:30:42 PM
Views: 192
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