CVE-2026-25382
Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in IdealAuto PHP
Publication date: 2026-03-25
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| jwsthemes | idealauto | to 3.8.6 (exc) |
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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-2026-25382 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability found in the WordPress IdealAuto Theme versions prior to 3.8.6.
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website by exploiting improper control of filename parameters in PHP include/require statements.
As a result, attackers can potentially access sensitive information stored in local files, such as database credentials.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive local files on the server.
Attackers may gain access to critical information like database credentials.
Depending on the website's configuration, this could escalate to a full database takeover.
Since no authentication is required to exploit this flaw, it poses a high risk to affected websites.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
The CVE-2026-25382 vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) issue affecting the WordPress IdealAuto Theme versions prior to 3.8.6. Detection typically involves identifying attempts to exploit the LFI by monitoring web requests that include suspicious parameters attempting to include local files.
While specific commands are not provided, common detection methods include analyzing web server logs for requests containing patterns such as "include=", "require=", or attempts to access files like "/etc/passwd" or other sensitive files via URL parameters.
Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) or web application firewalls (WAF) can be configured with rules to detect and block such LFI attack patterns. Patchstack offers mitigation rules that can help detect and block attacks targeting this vulnerability.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate and recommended mitigation step is to update the WordPress IdealAuto Theme to version 3.8.6 or later, where this vulnerability has been patched.
Until the update can be applied, it is advised to use Patchstack mitigation rules which provide automated protection to block attacks targeting this vulnerability.
These steps help prevent exploitation that could lead to exposure of sensitive local files and potential database takeover.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The CVE-2026-25382 vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to include and display local files from the target website, potentially exposing sensitive information such as database credentials.
Exposure of sensitive data like database credentials could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, which may impact compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA that require safeguarding personal and sensitive information.
Therefore, exploitation of this vulnerability could result in non-compliance with these standards due to the risk of data exposure and insufficient protection controls.