CVE-2025-69395
Local File Inclusion in ThemeREX Gable <= 1.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| themerex | gable | to 1.5 (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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-69395 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress Gable Theme versions up to and including 1.5. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website.
By exploiting this flaw, attackers can potentially access sensitive information stored on the server, such as database credentials.
The vulnerability is categorized under OWASP Top 10 A3: Injection and is considered high risk with a CVSS score of 8.1.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server, including database credentials.
Depending on the website’s configuration, attackers could achieve a complete database takeover.
This could result in data breaches, loss of data integrity, and compromise of the entire website.
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?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The WordPress Gable Theme versions up to and including 1.5 are affected by a high-priority Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability with no official patch currently available.
Patchstack has issued a mitigation rule that can block attacks exploiting this vulnerability until an official patch is released and can be safely applied.
It is recommended to immediately apply this mitigation rule to protect affected websites from exploitation.