CVE-2025-67524
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows attackers to include local files on the server through improper filename control in PHP include/require statements. It affects WordPress sites using the Jobmonster Elementor Addon plugin version 1.1.4 and earlier. Attackers can potentially read sensitive files or execute arbitrary code.
💻 Affected Systems
- NooTheme Jobmonster Elementor Addon (jobmonster-addon)
⚠️ 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 leading to data theft, ransomware deployment, or complete site takeover through remote code execution.
Likely Case
Sensitive file disclosure (configuration files, database credentials) leading to further attacks or data exfiltration.
If Mitigated
Limited file read access if proper file permissions and web server configurations restrict access to sensitive directories.
🎯 Exploit Status
Local file inclusion vulnerabilities are commonly exploited and weaponization is likely given the high CVSS score and public disclosure.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 1.1.5 or later
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Log into WordPress admin panel. 2. Navigate to Plugins → Installed Plugins. 3. Find 'Jobmonster Elementor Addon'. 4. Click 'Update Now' if update is available. 5. If no update appears, manually download version 1.1.5+ from WordPress repository and replace plugin files.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable vulnerable plugin
allTemporarily deactivate the Jobmonster Elementor Addon plugin until patched
wp plugin deactivate jobmonster-addon
Restrict PHP file functions
linuxDisable dangerous PHP functions via php.ini or .htaccess
php_admin_value disable_functions "include,require,include_once,require_once"
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to block LFI attack patterns
- Restrict file system access through proper directory permissions and open_basedir restrictions
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check WordPress admin panel → Plugins → Jobmonster Elementor Addon version. If version is 1.1.4 or lower, you are vulnerable.Check Version:
wp plugin get jobmonster-addon --field=versionVerify Fix Applied:
Verify plugin version is 1.1.5 or higher in WordPress admin panel.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual file path patterns in access logs (e.g., ../../../etc/passwd)
- Multiple 404 errors for non-existent plugin files
- PHP warnings about failed file inclusions
Network Indicators:
- HTTP requests with file path traversal patterns in parameters
- Requests to plugin endpoints with unusual file extensions
SIEM Query:
source="web_access_logs" AND (uri="*../*" OR uri="*/etc/*" OR uri="*/proc/*") AND uri="*/wp-content/plugins/jobmonster-addon/*"