CVE-2023-25999
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-09
Last updated on: 2026-04-28
Assigner: Patchstack
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| CWE ID | Description |
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| CWE-98 | The PHP application receives input from an upstream component, but it does not restrict or incorrectly restricts the input before its usage in "require," "include," or similar functions. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) issue in the BodyCenter - Gym, Fitness WooCommerce WordPress Theme (up to version 2.4). It allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website. This can expose sensitive information such as database credentials and potentially lead to a complete database takeover. It is classified as a high-severity injection vulnerability. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow attackers to access and display sensitive files on your website, exposing critical information like database credentials. This exposure can lead to a full database takeover, compromising the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of your website and its data. Automated attacks may exploit this vulnerability widely if unpatched. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves monitoring for Local File Inclusion (LFI) attack attempts targeting the BodyCenter WordPress theme. Since the vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include local files, suspicious HTTP requests attempting to include files via URL parameters should be logged and analyzed. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but general approaches include using web server access logs to search for suspicious patterns such as requests containing file inclusion payloads (e.g., "?file=", "?include=", or directory traversal sequences). Additionally, applying Patchstack's virtual patch can help block attack attempts and thus serve as a detection and mitigation measure. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying the virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack, which blocks attack attempts targeting this Local File Inclusion vulnerability. Since no official fix or patched version is currently available, using this virtual patch is the recommended way to protect affected sites immediately. Users should also monitor their sites for signs of compromise and consider professional incident response if a compromise is suspected. Applying the virtual patch can be done safely and tested to ensure protection until an official patch is released. [1]