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Plain-English summary
CVE-2025-69049 is a high-severity local file inclusion issue in the WordPress Töbel theme up to version 1.6. A remote unauthenticated attacker may be able to make the site include unintended local files. The record rates potential confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact as high, but exploitation complexity is high.
Executive priority
High priority for organizations running the Töbel WordPress theme, especially on public sites. First determine whether the theme is present. If affected, seek vendor guidance or remove/replace the theme until a trusted fix is confirmed.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper filename control in a PHP include/require path, mapped to CWE-98, affecting Elated-Themes Töbel through version 1.6. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1: network exploitable, high complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, unchanged scope, with high C/I/A impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites using the Elated-Themes Töbel theme at version 1.6 or earlier. The provided data does not identify vulnerable configurations beyond the theme/version, and the affected version metadata is internally inconsistent.
Exploitation context
The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or cite active exploitation. The CVSS vector indicates remote unauthenticated reachability but high attack complexity. Treat as serious for internet-facing WordPress sites using the theme, especially where sensitive local files could be exposed or included.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack reference. No exploit details, proof of exploitation, or named patch version are provided in the bundle. The CVE affected-product section lists versions oddly, while the description states through <= 1.6.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Töbel theme and recorded version.
- Prioritize internet-facing sites running Töbel 1.6 or earlier.
- Check Patchstack and the theme vendor for remediation guidance or a fixed release.
- If no fix is available, consider disabling or replacing the theme.
- Restrict administrative access and review file permissions as defense-in-depth.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the Töbel theme is installed on each WordPress site.
- Record the installed theme version and compare with <= 1.6.
- Review vendor or Patchstack advisories for updated affected-version details.
- Check web server logs for unusual requests targeting theme include paths.
- Document compensating controls if the theme cannot be immediately removed.
Public sources used
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- High
- CVSS
- 8.1 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.25.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
8.1HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
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CWE details
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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.