CVE-2025-49252
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-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 WordPress Besa Theme up to version 2.3.8. 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 depending on the website's configuration. The vulnerability arises from improper control of filenames used in PHP include/require statements. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can have severe impacts including unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server, exposure of critical information like database credentials, and potentially a full database takeover. Since it requires no authentication, it is highly dangerous and likely to be widely exploited. This can compromise the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of your website and data. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate steps to mitigate this vulnerability include updating the Besa Theme to version 2.3.10 or later, which contains the official fix. Until the update can be applied, users can apply the virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack to block attacks exploiting this vulnerability. Additionally, if a system is suspected to be compromised, professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is recommended rather than relying on plugin-based malware scanners. [1]