CVE-2025-69042
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2026-01-22
Last updated on: 2026-04-27
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| goalthemes | lindo | From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.2.5 (inc) |
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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. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-69042 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WordPress Lindo Theme versions up to and including 1.2.5. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to include and display local files from the target website. This means the attacker can access sensitive files on the server, such as configuration files or database credentials, by exploiting improper control of filename inputs in PHP include/require statements. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive information like database credentials and potentially allow a complete database takeover depending on the website's configuration. Since it requires no authentication, an attacker can exploit it remotely to compromise the website's security and data integrity. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection can involve monitoring web server logs for suspicious requests attempting to include local files via the vulnerable WordPress Lindo Theme (versions ≤ 1.2.5). Look for HTTP requests with parameters that include file paths or attempts to access sensitive files. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but typical approaches include using tools like grep to search logs for suspicious patterns or employing web application firewalls with rules targeting this vulnerability. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since no official patch is available, the immediate mitigation is to apply the Patchstack mitigation rule designed to block attacks targeting this vulnerability. Users should implement this mitigation immediately to protect their websites until an official update from the theme developers is released. [1]
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website, potentially exposing sensitive information such as database credentials. Exposure of such sensitive data could lead to non-compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which require safeguarding personal and sensitive information. Therefore, exploitation of this vulnerability may result in violations of these standards due to unauthorized data disclosure. [1]