CVE-2025-49071
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-17
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
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| CWE ID | Description |
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| CWE-434 | The product allows the upload or transfer of dangerous file types that are automatically processed within its environment. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-49071 is a critical vulnerability in the WordPress Flozen theme (versions prior to 1.5.1) that allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, including malicious web shells, to the web server. This unrestricted file upload can lead to attackers executing backdoors and gaining unauthorized control over the affected website. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have severe impacts including full compromise of the affected website. Attackers can upload and execute malicious files, leading to unauthorized access, data theft, website defacement, or use of the server for further attacks. The CVSS score of 10.0 indicates a critical risk with high potential for exploitation and damage. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection involves scanning the web server for uploaded malicious files such as web shells. Since the vulnerability allows arbitrary file uploads, look for unusual files in upload directories or web root. Use server-side malware scanning tools to identify backdoors or suspicious scripts. Commands to find suspicious files could include: 1) Searching for recently modified or created files: `find /path/to/webroot -type f -mtime -7` 2) Searching for files containing typical web shell code patterns, e.g., `grep -rilE '(eval|base64_decode|shell_exec|system|passthru)' /path/to/webroot` 3) Checking web server logs for unusual POST requests to upload endpoints: `grep POST /var/log/apache2/access.log | grep upload` Note that plugin-based malware scanners are not recommended due to tampering risks; server-side scanning is preferred. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate mitigation step is to apply the Patchstack virtual patch (vPatch) which blocks attacks exploiting this vulnerability until the official update can be applied. The definitive solution is to update the Flozen theme to version 1.5.1 or later. Additionally, it is strongly advised to perform professional incident response and server-side malware scanning if compromise is suspected. Avoid relying solely on plugin-based malware scanners due to their susceptibility to tampering. [1]