CVE-2025-60071
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows attackers to include local files on the server through PHP's include/require statements, potentially leading to remote code execution. It affects WordPress sites using the Riode WooCommerce theme version 1.6.23 and earlier. Attackers can exploit this without authentication to read sensitive files or execute arbitrary code.
💻 Affected Systems
- Riode | Multi-Purpose WooCommerce WordPress Theme
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Full server compromise via remote code execution, allowing attackers to install backdoors, steal data, or pivot to other systems.
Likely Case
Local file inclusion leading to sensitive file disclosure (configuration files, credentials) and potential code execution if writable directories exist.
If Mitigated
Limited file read capabilities restricted by PHP configuration and file permissions.
🎯 Exploit Status
Simple HTTP requests can trigger the vulnerability. Public proof-of-concept exists on security research sites.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 1.6.24 or later
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Log into WordPress admin panel. 2. Navigate to Appearance > Themes. 3. Check for Riode theme updates. 4. Update to version 1.6.24 or later. 5. Clear cache if using caching plugins.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable vulnerable theme
allTemporarily switch to default WordPress theme until patch is applied
wp theme activate twentytwentyfour
Restrict PHP file inclusion
linuxModify PHP configuration to prevent remote/local file inclusion
php_admin_value allow_url_include Off
php_admin_value allow_url_fopen Off
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to block file inclusion patterns
- Restrict file system access permissions for web server user
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check WordPress theme version in Appearance > Themes or use: wp theme list --field=name,status,version | grep riodeCheck Version:
wp theme list --field=name,status,version | grep -i riodeVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm theme version is 1.6.24 or higher and test file inclusion attempts return errors instead of file contents📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual PHP include/require errors
- Requests with file path traversal patterns (../../../)
- Access to sensitive files from web root
Network Indicators:
- HTTP requests with file inclusion parameters
- Unusual file extensions in URLs (.php, .inc, .txt)
SIEM Query:
web_access_logs WHERE url CONTAINS 'include' OR url CONTAINS 'require' OR url CONTAINS '../' AND response_code = 200