CVE-2025-49454
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-10
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
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?
CVE-2025-49454 is a high-severity Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress TinySalt Theme versions before 3.10.0. It allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filenames in PHP include/require statements. This can expose sensitive information such as database credentials and potentially lead to a complete database takeover depending on the website's configuration. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow attackers to access and display sensitive local files on your website, including database credentials. This exposure can lead to a full database takeover, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your data and systems. It poses a high risk due to the potential for mass exploitation and automated attacks against unpatched sites. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
The provided resources do not include specific commands or methods to detect this vulnerability on your network or system. Detection typically requires professional incident response or assistance from your hosting provider as plugin-based malware scanners are unreliable after compromise. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate steps to mitigate this vulnerability include applying the virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack to automatically block attacks targeting this vulnerability and updating the TinySalt theme to version 3.10.0 or later. Users are strongly advised to update immediately to fully resolve the issue. Additionally, professional incident response or hosting provider assistance is recommended for remediation. [1]