Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2025-69076 affects the WordPress Modern Housewife theme from AncoraThemes through version 1.0.12. It is a local file inclusion flaw that could let an unauthenticated attacker read or include sensitive server-side files under certain conditions. The listed CVSS score is 8.1, but exploitation complexity is high.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority WordPress exposure if the Modern Housewife theme is used. Prioritize internet-facing business sites, especially those handling customer data or transactions. If the theme is not present, no action is needed beyond documenting non-exposure.
Technical view
The issue is classified as CWE-98: improper control of filenames in PHP include/require handling. The CVSS vector is AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H, indicating remote unauthenticated exposure with high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact if exploited successfully.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites using the AncoraThemes Modern Housewife theme at version 1.0.12 or earlier. The source bundle does not confirm whether inactive installed themes are exploitable.
Exploitation context
The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation. The vulnerability is network reachable and unauthenticated, but CVSS marks attack complexity as high. No exploit details should be assumed from the provided sources.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack database entry. The bundle does not provide a vulnerable code path, proof-of-concept, active exploitation evidence, or a named fixed version. Validate scope carefully before broad remediation claims.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Modern Housewife theme.
- Identify any installations running version 1.0.12 or earlier.
- Check AncoraThemes and Patchstack for official remediation guidance.
- Update if a vendor-supported fixed version is available.
- If no fix is available, consider removing the theme until guidance exists.
Validation and detection
- Confirm the installed theme name and version in WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Compare discovered versions against the affected range through 1.0.12.
- Review vendor and Patchstack advisories for fix status changes.
- Monitor web logs for suspicious file inclusion or path probing activity.
- Document whether the theme is present, active, removed, or updated.
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.