Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2025-69406 affects the ThemeREX FreightCo WordPress theme through version 1.1.7. It may let an unauthenticated remote attacker include local PHP files, risking data exposure, site changes, or site disruption. The CVSS score is 8.1 high, but the attack complexity is rated high.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority WordPress exposure if FreightCo is deployed. Because no patch is named in the provided sources, teams should quickly inventory usage, consult vendor guidance, and reduce exposure where possible.
Technical view
The issue is an improper control of filename in PHP include/require handling, mapped to CWE-98. The CVE describes PHP Local File Inclusion in FreightCo versions up to 1.1.7. The CVSS vector is AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H, indicating remote, unauthenticated exploitation with high impact if successful.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites using the ThemeREX FreightCo theme at version 1.1.7 or earlier. The provided sources do not identify other affected ThemeREX products or WordPress plugins.
Exploitation context
No provided source states active exploitation, and the CVE is not listed as KEV in the bundle. Exploitation is rated high complexity but requires no privileges or user interaction. Public technical details are limited in the provided sources.
Researcher notes
The source bundle provides the CVE description, CVSS vector, CWE-98 mapping, affected range through 1.1.7, and a Patchstack reference. It does not provide proof-of-concept details, exploit telemetry, or a confirmed fixed version.
Mitigation direction
- Identify all WordPress sites using the FreightCo theme.
- Check whether FreightCo is version 1.1.7 or earlier.
- Review ThemeREX and Patchstack guidance for a fixed version or workaround.
- Remove or disable the theme where business impact allows.
- Prioritize remediation on internet-facing or high-value WordPress sites.
Validation and detection
- Confirm the active and installed WordPress theme inventory.
- Record the FreightCo version from WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Compare installed versions against affected versions through 1.1.7.
- Check Patchstack and the CVE record for updated remediation guidance.
- Review web logs for unusual requests targeting theme file inclusion paths.
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.