CVE-2025-69005
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2026-01-22
Last updated on: 2026-01-28
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| elated-themes | search-and-go | to 2.8 (inc) |
Helpful Resources
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. |
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AI Powered Q&A
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to access sensitive local files, including database credentials, which could lead to a complete database takeover. Such exposure of sensitive information may result in non-compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, as it risks unauthorized access to personal or protected health information. Therefore, organizations using the affected software could face compliance violations if the vulnerability is exploited. [1]
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-69005 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress Search & Go Theme versions up to 2.8. It allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website. This means attackers can access sensitive files on the server, such as configuration files or database credentials, by exploiting improper control of filename input in PHP include/require statements. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to the exposure of sensitive local files, including database credentials. If exploited, it may allow attackers to take over the website's database completely, depending on the website's configuration. Since no authentication is required, the risk of exploitation is high, potentially resulting in data breaches and loss of control over the website. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection can involve monitoring for attempts to exploit the Local File Inclusion vulnerability by looking for suspicious HTTP requests that include file path traversal patterns or attempts to include local files via the vulnerable parameter in the Search & Go theme. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but generally, you can use web server logs analysis tools or intrusion detection systems to search for requests containing patterns like "../" or attempts to include files such as "/etc/passwd". Additionally, applying the Patchstack mitigation rule can help block exploitation attempts and thus aid in detection. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying the Patchstack mitigation rule provided by Patchstack to block exploitation attempts. Since no official patch or fixed version of the Search & Go theme has been released as of January 12, 2026, users are strongly advised to implement this mitigation rule immediately to protect their websites from exploitation. [1]