CVE-2025-49405
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-28
Last updated on: 2026-04-28
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| houzez | theme | 4.1.1 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| CWE-35 | The product uses external input to construct a pathname that should be within a restricted directory, but it does not properly neutralize '.../...//' (doubled triple dot slash) sequences that can resolve to a location that is outside of that directory. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-49405 is a high-severity Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress Houzez Theme up to version 4.1.1. It allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filename in PHP include/require statements. This can expose sensitive information such as database credentials and potentially lead to complete database takeover depending on server configuration. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow attackers to access and display sensitive local files on your website without authentication. This exposure can lead to leakage of critical information like database credentials, which may result in a complete database takeover. The vulnerability has a high risk score and can cause severe confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts on your system. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves monitoring for attempts to exploit Local File Inclusion (LFI) in the Houzez WordPress theme. Since the vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include local files, you can look for suspicious HTTP requests containing file inclusion patterns targeting the theme. However, plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable for detecting exploitation. Patchstack recommends professional incident response services for compromised sites. Specific commands are not provided in the resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include updating the Houzez WordPress theme to version 4.1.4 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed. Until the update can be applied, users are advised to use Patchstack's virtual patch (vPatch) which automatically blocks attacks exploiting this vulnerability. Due to the high risk and ease of exploitation, patching promptly is strongly recommended. If a site is already compromised, professional incident response services should be sought. [1]