CVE-2025-69371
Deserialization Object Injection in KindlyCare ≤ 1.6.1 Allows Code Execution
Publication date: 2026-02-20
Last updated on: 2026-02-24
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| ancorathemes | kindlycare | to 1.6.1 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-502 | The product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-69371 is a high-severity PHP Object Injection vulnerability found in the KindlyCare WordPress theme versions up to and including 1.6.1.
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious PHP objects into the application, which can lead to various critical security issues.
It is classified under OWASP Top 10 A3: Injection, indicating it is an injection flaw that can be exploited without authentication.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to severe impacts including remote code execution, SQL injection, path traversal, denial of service, and other critical attacks.
Because the vulnerability requires no authentication, attackers can exploit it easily to compromise affected websites.
The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a critical risk and high likelihood of exploitation.
No official patch is available yet, but mitigations from Patchstack can help block attacks targeting this flaw.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
CVE-2025-69371 is a PHP Object Injection vulnerability in the KindlyCare WordPress theme versions up to 1.6.1. Detection typically involves monitoring for attack patterns targeting this flaw.
Since the vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit PHP Object Injection, detection can focus on identifying suspicious HTTP requests that attempt to inject serialized PHP objects or unusual payloads in theme-related endpoints.
Specific commands are not provided in the available resources, but common approaches include:
- Using web server logs to search for suspicious POST or GET requests containing serialized PHP objects or unusual parameters related to KindlyCare theme.
- Employing intrusion detection systems (IDS) or web application firewalls (WAF) with rules targeting PHP Object Injection patterns.
- Applying the Patchstack mitigation rule which can block attacks targeting this vulnerability, effectively detecting and preventing exploitation attempts.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
As of the publication date, no official patch is available for CVE-2025-69371 affecting KindlyCare theme versions up to 1.6.1.
Immediate mitigation steps include:
- Apply the mitigation rule provided by Patchstack, which can block attacks targeting this PHP Object Injection vulnerability.
- Monitor your website for suspicious activity and unauthorized access attempts.
- Consider disabling or replacing the KindlyCare theme until an official patch is released.
- Keep your WordPress installation and plugins/themes updated to reduce exposure to known vulnerabilities.