CVE-2025-70841 is a critical security vulnerability affecting Dokans Multi-Tenancy Based eCommerce Platform SaaS version 3.9.2. The flaw arises from improper access controls allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to directly request and retrieve the .env file located at /script/.env. This file contains highly sensitive configuration data including the Laravel application encryption key (APP_KEY), database credentials, and SMTP/SendGrid API credentials. The exposure of the APP_KEY enables attackers to forge session tokens, effectively bypassing authentication mechanisms. Access to database credentials allows direct database access, compromising all tenant data due to the platform's multi-tenancy architecture. Additionally, SMTP and SendGrid API credentials exposure permits attackers to hijack the email infrastructure, potentially facilitating phishing or further attacks. The vulnerability requires no authentication or user interaction and can be exploited remotely over the network. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 10.0, reflecting the critical impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as well as the ease of exploitation. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability represents a severe risk to all organizations using this platform. The multi-tenancy nature means a single exploit compromises all tenants, amplifying the threat. No official patches or mitigations are listed yet, emphasizing the need for immediate risk management and protective measures.

For European organizations using Dokans Multi-Tenancy Based eCommerce Platform SaaS 3.9.2, this vulnerability poses a catastrophic risk. Attackers can gain full control over the platform by obtaining sensitive credentials and encryption keys, leading to complete system compromise. Confidentiality is severely impacted as attackers can access all tenant data, including potentially sensitive customer and payment information. Integrity is compromised through authentication bypass and possible data manipulation. Availability may be affected if attackers disrupt services or delete data. The takeover of email infrastructure can facilitate widespread phishing campaigns or further lateral attacks. Given the multi-tenancy architecture, a single exploited instance affects all tenants, magnifying the damage. This can lead to regulatory violations under GDPR due to data breaches, resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage. The critical nature of this vulnerability demands urgent attention from affected organizations to prevent data loss, service disruption, and financial harm.

1. Immediately restrict public access to the /script/.env file and any other sensitive configuration files by configuring web server rules (e.g., .htaccess, nginx config) to deny external requests. 2. Implement strict access controls and authentication for all administrative and configuration endpoints. 3. Rotate all exposed credentials including Laravel APP_KEY, database passwords, SMTP/SendGrid API keys, and any other secrets stored in the .env file. 4. Monitor logs for any suspicious access attempts to /script/.env or unusual authentication bypass activities. 5. Deploy Web Application Firewalls (WAF) with custom rules to block unauthorized access to sensitive paths. 6. Conduct a thorough security audit of the platform’s file permissions and directory exposure to identify other potential leaks. 7. Isolate tenant data where possible to limit blast radius in multi-tenant environments. 8. Engage with the vendor or community for patches or updates addressing this vulnerability and apply them promptly once available. 9. Educate internal teams about the risks of exposing configuration files and enforce secure deployment practices. 10. Consider additional network segmentation and monitoring to detect lateral movement if compromise is suspected.