CVE-2025-69373
📋 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 VidoRev theme from unknown versions up to and including 2.9.9.9.9.9.7. Attackers can potentially read sensitive files or execute arbitrary code.
💻 Affected Systems
- beeteam368 VidoRev 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 through local file inclusion leading to remote code execution, data exfiltration, and complete system takeover.
Likely Case
Sensitive file disclosure (configuration files, database credentials, source code) and limited code execution within web server context.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper file permissions, disabled dangerous PHP functions, and restricted web server access.
🎯 Exploit Status
Local File Inclusion vulnerabilities are commonly exploited and require minimal technical skill. The vulnerability is publicly documented with technical details.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Unknown - check vendor for updates beyond 2.9.9.9.9.9.7
Vendor Advisory: https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Theme/vidorev/vulnerability/wordpress-vidorev-theme-2-9-9-9-9-9-7-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?_s_id=cve
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Update VidoRev theme to latest version from WordPress admin panel. 2. If no update available, remove the theme completely. 3. Replace with alternative secure theme.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable vulnerable theme
linuxTemporarily disable the VidoRev theme and switch to default WordPress theme
wp theme deactivate vidorev
wp theme activate twentytwentyfour
Restrict PHP file functions
allModify php.ini to disable dangerous functions
Add to php.ini: disable_functions = include,require,include_once,require_once
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to block file inclusion patterns
- Apply strict file permissions (644 for files, 755 for directories) and disable directory listing
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check WordPress admin panel > Appearance > Themes for VidoRev theme version. If version <= 2.9.9.9.9.9.7, system is vulnerable.Check Version:
wp theme list --field=name,status,version | grep vidorevVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm theme version is updated beyond 2.9.9.9.9.9.7 or theme is completely removed from wp-content/themes directory.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual file access patterns in web server logs
- PHP include/require errors with suspicious file paths
- Multiple requests to theme files with parameter manipulation
Network Indicators:
- HTTP requests with file path traversal patterns in parameters
- Requests to theme PHP files with unusual parameters
SIEM Query:
web_access_logs | where url contains "vidorev" and (url contains "../" or url contains "php://" or url contains "/etc/")