Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2025-69073 affects the AncoraThemes Piqes WordPress theme through version 1.0.11. It is a local file inclusion issue that could let an unauthenticated attacker cause the site to include unintended local files. The CVSS score is 8.1, but the listed attack complexity is high. No source provided confirms active exploitation.
Executive priority
Prioritize within normal high-severity WordPress remediation cycles, especially for public websites. This is not currently supported as actively exploited by the provided sources, but the potential business impact is high if a vulnerable site is reachable and exploitable.
Technical view
The CVE describes improper control of a filename used in a PHP include/require statement, mapped to CWE-98. The affected product is the Piqes WordPress theme through 1.0.11. CVSS 3.1 is 8.1 with network attack vector, no privileges, no user interaction, high complexity, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running the AncoraThemes Piqes theme version 1.0.11 or earlier. The source bundle does not confirm whether inactive installed copies are exploitable, so vulnerability managers should inventory both active and installed theme versions.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as CISA KEV in the provided data, and the sources do not state active exploitation or public exploit availability. The CVSS vector indicates remote unauthenticated reachability, but high attack complexity. Treat internet-facing WordPress deployments as the primary concern.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack database reference. The bundle does not provide vulnerable parameters, proof-of-concept details, exploit telemetry, or a named fixed version. Avoid assuming exploitation status or remediation specifics beyond vendor/Patchstack guidance.
Mitigation direction
- Identify WordPress sites with the Piqes theme installed or active.
- Check AncoraThemes and Patchstack guidance for a fixed version or official workaround.
- Update the Piqes theme if a vendor-fixed release is available.
- Disable or remove the theme where it is not required.
- Prioritize remediation on internet-facing and business-critical WordPress sites.
Validation and detection
- Confirm the installed Piqes theme version on each WordPress site.
- Flag versions 1.0.11 and earlier for remediation review.
- Check whether the theme is active or merely installed.
- Review web logs for unusual requests targeting theme PHP files.
- Recheck vendor and Patchstack pages for updated fix details.
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 vector scores
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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.