CVE-2025-67532
📋 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 Hara theme users running versions up to and including 1.2.17, potentially leading to sensitive file disclosure or code execution.
💻 Affected Systems
- WordPress Hara 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 through local file inclusion leading to remote code execution, data theft, and complete system takeover.
Likely Case
Sensitive file disclosure (configuration files, credentials), limited code execution, and potential privilege escalation.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper file permissions, web server hardening, and security controls in place.
🎯 Exploit Status
Simple HTTP requests can trigger the vulnerability. Public exploit details available through security advisories.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: >1.2.17
Vendor Advisory: https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Theme/hara/vulnerability/wordpress-hara-theme-1-2-17-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?_s_id=cve
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Update Hara theme to latest version via WordPress admin panel. 2. Verify theme version is >1.2.17. 3. Clear any caching mechanisms.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable vulnerable theme
allSwitch to default WordPress theme until patch is applied
wp theme activate twentytwentyfour
Restrict file access
linuxSet strict file permissions on sensitive directories
chmod 600 wp-config.php
chmod 700 wp-content/themes/hara
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to block file inclusion patterns
- Disable theme functionality through WordPress hooks or remove theme files manually
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check WordPress admin panel > Appearance > Themes for Hara theme version <=1.2.17Check Version:
wp theme list --field=name,status,version | grep haraVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm theme version >1.2.17 in WordPress admin and test file inclusion attempts return errors📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual file paths in PHP error logs
- Multiple requests to theme files with path traversal patterns
- Failed include/require attempts with suspicious parameters
Network Indicators:
- HTTP requests containing '../' or absolute paths in theme-related parameters
- Unusual file extensions requested through theme endpoints
SIEM Query:
source="web_server" AND (uri="*hara*" AND (param="*../*" OR param="*/etc/*" OR param="*C:*"))