Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2025-54028 affects the WordPress CF7 WOW Styler plugin up to version 1.7.2. The flaw may let an attacker make the site include unintended local PHP files, risking site compromise. The sources rate it high severity, but do not show confirmed active exploitation or a named fixed version.
Executive priority
Treat this as a high-priority WordPress plugin risk for any site using CF7 WOW Styler. Prioritize internet-facing business sites, ecommerce, lead-generation, and brand properties. Because no fixed version is named in the supplied sources, risk reduction may require temporary removal or disabling pending vendor guidance.
Technical view
The issue is CWE-98 improper control of a filename used in PHP include/require logic, described as PHP local file inclusion in cf7-styler <=1.7.2. CVSS 3.1 is 7.5 with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites that have CF7 WOW Styler, package cf7-styler, installed and running at version 1.7.2 or earlier. Sites without this plugin, or with versions outside the affected range, are not indicated as affected by the supplied sources.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as KEV in the supplied bundle, and no provided source confirms active exploitation. The CVSS vector indicates exploitation is remote and unauthenticated, but high complexity and user interaction are required. Public details in the bundle are sparse, so avoid assuming exploit reliability or attack path.
Researcher notes
The affected record lists Saleswonder Team: Tobias CF7 WOW Styler through <=1.7.2 and package name cf7-styler. The bundle has limited technical detail beyond CWE-98, CVSS, and Patchstack reference. Do not infer a patched release, public exploit, or exact vulnerable endpoint from these sources alone.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for CF7 WOW Styler installations.
- Disable or remove cf7-styler <=1.7.2 until vendor guidance confirms remediation.
- Check Patchstack and the CVE record for a fixed version or official workaround.
- Apply a vendor-supported update only after confirming it addresses CVE-2025-54028.
- Review site backups and recovery readiness for affected WordPress properties.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether CF7 WOW Styler is installed and active on each WordPress site.
- Record the plugin version and flag any instance at 1.7.2 or earlier.
- Check the plugin source or vendor advisory for the affected include/require logic.
- Review web and PHP logs for unusual file inclusion errors or unexpected path handling.
- Verify any remediation by confirming the plugin is removed, disabled, or updated per vendor guidance.
Public sources used
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- High
- CVSS
- 7.5 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.65.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.5HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.