Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been identified in multiple goalthemes Bailly products, allowing for Local File Inclusion (LFI). An unauthenticated attacker could exploit this flaw to read sensitive files on the server, potentially exposing credentials, configuration details, and other private data. This could lead to further system compromise, data breaches, and a complete loss of server integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-69039

Affected Software: goalthemes Bailly Multiple Products

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a PHP Local File Inclusion (LFI) flaw, categorized as Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement (CWE-98). The application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input that is used as a filename in a PHP include() or require() function. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this by crafting a special request, typically manipulating a URL parameter, to force the application to include and display the contents of arbitrary local files on the server's filesystem. This could expose sensitive files such as /etc/passwd, application source code, or configuration files containing database credentials.

Business Impact

This is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1, posing a significant risk to the organization. Successful exploitation could lead to the exposure of sensitive corporate data, customer information, and system credentials, resulting in a major data breach. The consequences include severe reputational damage, financial losses from remediation and potential fines, and a loss of customer trust. If an attacker can leverage this LFI to achieve code execution (e.g., by including an uploaded file or a log file they have poisoned), they could gain full control of the affected server, enabling them to pivot further into the internal network.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Apply the security updates released by the vendor, goalthemes Bailly, immediately across all affected assets. After patching, it is critical to monitor systems for any signs of exploitation attempts and thoroughly review historical web server access logs for indicators of compromise predating the patch.

Proactive Monitoring: Implement monitoring rules to detect and alert on LFI attack patterns in web server logs. Look for suspicious requests containing directory traversal sequences (../, ..\/) or attempts to access common sensitive files (e.g., /etc/passwd, .env, wp-config.php) within URL parameters. Monitor for unusual file access patterns on the server and unexpected outbound network connections from the web server, which could indicate a successful compromise.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules specifically designed to detect and block LFI and directory traversal attacks. Additionally, harden the server's PHP configuration by using the open_basedir directive to restrict the file paths that PHP can access, thereby limiting the impact of a potential LFI exploit. Ensure the web server process runs with the lowest possible privileges and cannot read sensitive system-level files.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, LFI vulnerabilities are well-understood and relatively easy to exploit. It is highly probable that proof-of-concept (PoC) code will become publicly available in the near future, leading to automated scanning and opportunistic attacks.

Analyst Recommendation

This vulnerability represents a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of affected systems. Given the high CVSS score of 8.1 and the potential for complete server compromise, immediate patching is the highest priority. Although this CVE is not currently on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, its status could change quickly once exploitation becomes widespread. We strongly recommend that all organizations using the affected goalthemes Bailly products apply the vendor-supplied security updates without delay and implement the recommended monitoring controls to mitigate this critical risk.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been identified in multiple WebCodingPlace products, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to read sensitive files on the web server. Successful exploitation could lead to the exposure of confidential information, such as database credentials and application source code, potentially enabling further system compromise. Organizations are urged to apply vendor-supplied patches immediately to mitigate this risk.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68996

Affected Software: WebCodingPlace Multiple Products, including Responsive Posts Carousel Pro

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) flaw resulting from an Improper Control of a Filename for an Include/Require Statement. The application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input that is passed to a PHP include or require function. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this by crafting a malicious request that manipulates a parameter to include directory traversal sequences (e.g., ../) and point to an arbitrary file on the server's local file system. A successful attack would cause the application to include and render the contents of the specified file, exposing its contents to the attacker.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as High severity with a CVSS score of 7.5. Exploitation of this flaw can have a significant negative impact on the business by compromising the confidentiality and integrity of the web application and underlying server. Specific risks include the exposure of sensitive configuration files containing database credentials or API keys, disclosure of proprietary source code which could reveal further vulnerabilities, and access to system-level files like /etc/passwd that can aid in user enumeration and privilege escalation. This information disclosure could serve as a critical stepping stone for an attacker to achieve a more comprehensive system compromise.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Apply vendor security updates immediately. Prioritize the deployment of patches released by WebCodingPlace to all affected systems to remediate the vulnerability at its source. After patching, monitor for any signs of exploitation attempts and review historical access logs for indicators of compromise.

Proactive Monitoring: Security teams should actively monitor web server access logs for suspicious requests containing directory traversal patterns (e.g., ../, ..%2f, ..\\) in URL parameters. Implement and monitor alerts from a Web Application Firewall (WAF) for rules designed to detect and block Local File Inclusion attacks. Monitor for unusual file access patterns or outbound network connections from the web server.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, implement the following compensating controls:

• Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with strict rulesets to block directory traversal and file inclusion attack patterns.
• Harden server file permissions to ensure the web server process has read access only to the files and directories it explicitly requires.
• If possible, implement strict input validation on the application layer to disallow special characters and path sequences in user-supplied parameters.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of December 31, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, Local File Inclusion is a well-understood vulnerability class, and proof-of-concept exploits can be developed quickly by threat actors. Organizations should operate under the assumption that exploitation is likely following the public disclosure of this issue.

Analyst Recommendation
Given the high severity of this vulnerability, immediate patching is the most effective mitigation strategy. While CVE-2025-68996 is not currently listed on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, its potential for sensitive information disclosure warrants urgent attention. All organizations using the affected WebCodingPlace products are strongly advised to apply the vendor-supplied security updates without delay. In parallel, security teams should implement proactive monitoring to detect any potential exploitation attempts and apply compensating controls, such as WAF rules, to reduce the attack surface until patches are fully deployed.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in the Cinerama WordPress theme by Edge-Themes, identified as CVE-2025-68987. This flaw allows an unauthenticated attacker to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to a complete system compromise. Due to its critical severity (CVSS 9.8) and the ease of exploitation, this vulnerability poses a significant and immediate risk to any organization using the affected theme.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68987

Affected Software: Edge-Themes Cinerama - A WordPress Theme for Movie Studios and Filmmakers

Affected Versions: All versions up to and including 2.4

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is an Improper Control of a Filename for an Include/Require Statement, commonly known as a File Inclusion vulnerability. The Cinerama theme fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input that is used as a path in a PHP include or require function. An unauthenticated remote attacker can craft a special request to a vulnerable component of the theme, forcing the application to include and execute a malicious PHP file from either a local path on the server (Local File Inclusion - LFI) or a remote, attacker-controlled server (Remote File Inclusion - RFI). Successful exploitation results in arbitrary code execution with the permissions of the web server process.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.8. Successful exploitation could lead to a complete compromise of the affected web server. The potential business impact is severe and includes, but is not limited to, theft of sensitive data (customer information, payment details, intellectual property), website defacement, deployment of ransomware, or using the compromised server as a pivot point for further attacks against the internal network. Such an incident could result in significant financial loss, regulatory fines, and severe reputational damage.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Immediately update the Edge-Themes Cinerama theme to the latest version available from the vendor, which is confirmed to be later than version 2.4. After patching, it is crucial to monitor for any signs of post-exploitation activity and thoroughly review web server access logs for indicators of compromise that may have occurred before the patch was applied.

Proactive Monitoring: Security teams should actively monitor web server logs for requests containing common file inclusion patterns such as ../, ..\\, php://input, http://, or https:// in URL parameters. Monitor for unexpected outbound network connections from the web server, which could indicate a reverse shell. Additionally, monitor for the creation of suspicious files (e.g., PHP web shells) in web-accessible directories.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, implement the following controls to mitigate risk:

• Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules specifically designed to detect and block file inclusion attack patterns.
• Harden the server's PHP configuration by disabling allow_url_fopen and allow_url_include to prevent Remote File Inclusion (RFI) attacks.
• Enforce the principle of least privilege by running the web server with minimal necessary permissions and restricting write access to web directories.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: true

Analyst Notes: As of the publication date of Dec 30, 2025, no widespread, coordinated campaigns exploiting this vulnerability have been observed in the wild. However, given the critical severity and the simplicity of exploiting file inclusion vulnerabilities in WordPress components, proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit code is publicly available. Threat actors are highly likely to begin scanning for and exploiting vulnerable systems imminently.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the critical CVSS score of 9.8 and the availability of public exploit code, this vulnerability requires immediate attention. All organizations using the Cinerama WordPress theme must prioritize applying the vendor-supplied patch without delay. Although this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, its characteristics make it a prime candidate for future inclusion. Treat this vulnerability as an active threat and assume that unpatched systems will be compromised.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability has been identified in the thembay Aora product, which could allow an unauthenticated attacker to read sensitive files from the web server. Successful exploitation could lead to the disclosure of confidential data, credentials, or even complete system compromise. Organizations using the affected software are urged to apply the recommended update immediately to mitigate this significant risk.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68985

Affected Software: thembay Aora

Affected Versions: All versions up to and including 1.3.15

Vulnerability:
The vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) flaw within the PHP code of the Aora product. It arises from the application's failure to properly sanitize user-supplied input that is used to construct a file path for an include or require statement. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this by crafting a special request, typically manipulating a URL parameter, to include directory traversal sequences (../). This allows the attacker to navigate outside of the intended directory and force the application to include and display the contents of arbitrary files on the server's filesystem, such as /etc/passwd, application configuration files containing database credentials, or server logs. In certain server configurations, this LFI vulnerability could be escalated to achieve remote code execution (RCE), leading to a full system compromise.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.8, posing a severe risk to the organization. Exploitation can lead to the immediate breach of sensitive data, including customer information, intellectual property, and system credentials. This data exposure could result in significant financial losses, regulatory penalties (e.g., under GDPR or CCPA), and severe reputational damage. If the vulnerability is escalated to remote code execution, an attacker could gain complete control of the affected server, using it to pivot further into the network, deploy ransomware, or disrupt business operations entirely.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action:
Immediately update the thembay Aora product to the latest version available from the vendor, which is confirmed to be patched against this vulnerability (any version after 1.3.15). After patching, thoroughly review server access logs for any signs of past or ongoing exploitation attempts.

Proactive Monitoring:
Implement enhanced monitoring of web server access logs. Specifically, search for HTTP requests containing common LFI patterns, such as directory traversal sequences (../, ..%2f, ..\), absolute file paths (/etc/, C:\), and PHP wrappers (php://filter, php://input). Utilize a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) with rules designed to detect and block LFI attacks.

Compensating Controls:
If immediate patching is not feasible, implement the following compensating controls to reduce risk:

• Deploy a WAF and configure it with strict rules to block requests containing LFI signatures.
• Harden the server's PHP configuration by using the open_basedir directive to restrict the file paths PHP can access.
• Ensure the web server process is running with the lowest possible privileges to limit an attacker's access to sensitive system files.
• Conduct a security audit of the affected application and surrounding infrastructure to identify and secure any exposed sensitive files.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes:
As of December 30, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, due to the critical CVSS score and the relative simplicity of exploiting LFI vulnerabilities, it is highly probable that proof-of-concept exploits will be developed and released publicly in the near future. Threat actors will likely begin actively scanning for vulnerable instances as soon as this vulnerability becomes widely known.

Analyst Recommendation
Given the critical severity (CVSS 9.8) of this vulnerability, we strongly recommend that immediate action be taken. All instances of thembay Aora version 1.3.15 and earlier must be updated to a patched version without delay. This vulnerability represents a direct and severe threat of data breach and system compromise. While this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, its critical nature warrants treatment with the highest priority, equivalent to that of a KEV-listed vulnerability.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability has been identified in the thembay Puca theme, which allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code. Successful exploitation could lead to a complete compromise of the affected web server, enabling data theft, malware installation, and further attacks on the internal network. Immediate patching is required to mitigate this high-risk threat.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68984

Affected Software: thembay Puca Theme

Affected Versions: Versions up to and including 2.6.39

Vulnerability:
This vulnerability is an Improper Control of a Filename for an Include/Require Statement, commonly known as Remote File Inclusion (RFI). The application fails to properly validate user-supplied input that is later used in a PHP include or require function. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this by crafting a request that points to a malicious PHP file hosted on an attacker-controlled server. The vulnerable application will then download and execute this external file, giving the attacker complete control over the web server's operating system and data.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as critical with a CVSS score of 9.8. A successful exploit would result in a complete system compromise, posing a severe risk to the organization. Potential consequences include the theft of sensitive data such as customer information or intellectual property, installation of ransomware or other malware, website defacement, and the use of the compromised server as a pivot point to attack other internal systems. Such an incident could lead to significant financial loss, regulatory fines, and severe reputational damage.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action:
Update the thembay Puca theme to the latest patched version immediately, as recommended by the vendor. After applying the update, thoroughly monitor for any signs of post-compromise activity and review historical web server access logs for any exploitation attempts that may have occurred prior to patching.

Proactive Monitoring:

• Log Analysis: Scrutinize web server logs (e.g., Apache, Nginx) for requests containing external URLs or unusual file paths in parameters. Pay close attention to patterns like http://, https://, or ../../ in query strings.
• Network Traffic: Monitor for anomalous outbound connections from the web server to unknown IP addresses or ports, which could indicate a reverse shell or data exfiltration.
• File Integrity Monitoring (FIM): Implement FIM on the web server to detect the creation of unauthorized files (e.g., web shells, backdoors) in web-accessible directories.

Compensating Controls:
If patching cannot be performed immediately, the following controls can help reduce the risk:

• Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF with a strict ruleset designed to detect and block RFI and LFI attack patterns.
• PHP Configuration Hardening: In the server's php.ini file, ensure allow_url_fopen and allow_url_include are set to Off. This is a critical defense-in-depth measure that can prevent RFI exploits.
• Egress Filtering: Configure network firewalls to restrict outbound traffic from the web server, allowing connections only to known and trusted destinations.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes:
As of December 30, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, RFI vulnerabilities are trivial to exploit once discovered. It is highly probable that threat actors will develop a functional exploit in the near future, and automated scanning for this vulnerability will likely begin shortly.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the critical severity (CVSS 9.8) and the high likelihood of exploitation, immediate action is required. All organizations using the affected thembay Puca theme must prioritize applying the vendor-supplied patch as their primary course of action. If patching is delayed, the compensating controls listed above, especially the use of a WAF and hardening PHP configurations, must be implemented without delay. Although this vulnerability is not currently on the CISA KEV list, its characteristics make it a prime candidate for future inclusion, underscoring the urgency of remediation.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability has been identified in the thembay Greenmart software, rated 9.8 out of 10. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to include and execute files on the server, potentially leading to a complete system compromise. Successful exploitation could result in data theft, malware installation, or the server being used for further malicious activities.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68983

Affected Software: thembay Greenmart

Affected Versions: Versions 4.2.11 and prior

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is an Improper Control of a Filename for an Include/Require Statement, commonly known as a Local File Inclusion (LFI). An attacker can manipulate an input parameter used by the application's PHP code to force it to include a file from the server's local filesystem. By crafting a request with directory traversal characters (e.g., ../), an attacker can read sensitive files (such as configuration files containing credentials or system files like /etc/passwd) or execute arbitrary code if they can control the contents of an included file (e.g., by poisoning a log file or uploading a malicious file).

Business Impact

This vulnerability is of critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.8, posing a significant and immediate threat to the business. A successful exploit could lead to a complete compromise of the web server, resulting in severe consequences such as the theft of sensitive customer data, financial information, or intellectual property. The attacker could also deploy ransomware, deface the website, or use the compromised server as a pivot point to attack other internal network resources, leading to major business disruption, reputational damage, and potential regulatory fines.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Immediately update the thembay Greenmart software to the latest version available from the vendor (a version later than 4.2.11). After patching, actively monitor web server logs for any signs of exploitation attempts that may have occurred prior to remediation.

Proactive Monitoring: Security teams should monitor web server access logs for requests containing directory traversal patterns (e.g., ../, %2e%2e/) in URL parameters. Monitor for outbound network connections to unknown or suspicious IP addresses from the web server. File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) should be used to detect unauthorized changes to application files or the creation of new files in web-accessible directories.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, the following controls can help mitigate risk:

• Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules specifically designed to detect and block Local File Inclusion and directory traversal attacks.
• Harden PHP configurations by ensuring allow_url_include is set to Off.
• Enforce strict file system permissions to limit the web server process's ability to read files outside of the web root directory.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of Dec 30, 2025, there are no known public exploits for this vulnerability. However, given the critical CVSS score of 9.8, it is highly probable that proof-of-concept exploits will be developed and released by security researchers or threat actors in the near future. The vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the critical severity (CVSS 9.8) of this vulnerability, immediate action is required. We strongly recommend that organizations patch all affected instances of thembay Greenmart without delay. While this vulnerability is not yet on the CISA KEV list, its potential for complete system compromise means it should be treated with the highest priority. If patching cannot be performed immediately, implement compensating controls, particularly a WAF, and actively hunt for indicators of compromise.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been identified in the SimpleCalendar Google Calendar Events plugin, which could impact multiple Google products. This flaw allows an attacker to bypass authorization controls, potentially granting them unauthorized access to view, modify, or delete sensitive calendar events. Successful exploitation could lead to a breach of confidential information and disrupt business operations that rely on calendar data.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68979

Affected Software: Google Multiple Products (specifically, the SimpleCalendar Google Calendar Events plugin)

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is an Authorization Bypass resulting from the application's failure to properly validate a user-controlled key. An attacker can manipulate this key, likely an identifier in an API request or session token, to impersonate another user or escalate their privileges. By supplying a crafted key, the attacker can trick the application into granting them access to calendar data and functions that should be restricted, thereby bypassing the intended access control mechanisms.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as High severity with a CVSS score of 8.1. Exploitation could have a significant business impact, primarily concerning data confidentiality and integrity. An attacker could gain access to sensitive meeting details, strategic plans, employee schedules, and other confidential information stored in calendars. This could lead to the leakage of proprietary data, reputational damage, and potential non-compliance with data protection regulations. The ability to modify or delete events could also be used to disrupt business operations, mislead employees, or sabotage meetings.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: The primary remediation is to apply the security updates released by the vendor immediately. After patching, it is critical to monitor for any signs of exploitation that may have occurred prior to the update by thoroughly reviewing application and server access logs for anomalous activity.

Proactive Monitoring: Implement enhanced monitoring on the web server hosting the SimpleCalendar plugin and on related Google Workspace audit logs. Look for unusual or malformed API requests, attempts to access calendar events by users with mismatched permissions, and access patterns from unfamiliar IP addresses. An increase in "access denied" or error logs related to event fetching could indicate scanning or exploitation attempts.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, consider implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) rule to inspect and block requests containing manipulated or malformed keys targeting the vulnerable application components. Additionally, review and restrict the permissions of the service account used by the calendar plugin to the absolute minimum required for its function, limiting the potential scope of a breach.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of December 31, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, due to the high-severity rating and the straightforward nature of authorization bypass flaws, proof-of-concept exploits are likely to be developed by security researchers and threat actors in the near future.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the high CVSS score of 8.1, this vulnerability poses a significant risk of a data breach. Although it is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, organizations are strongly advised to treat this as a critical priority. The recommended course of action is to apply the vendor-supplied patch immediately across all affected systems. If patching is delayed, implement the suggested compensating controls and proactive monitoring to reduce the risk of exploitation and detect potential attacks.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability has been identified in the miniOrange WordPress Social Login and Register plugin, a widely used tool for managing user logins. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to a complete takeover of the affected website. Given the critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability poses a significant risk of data theft, website defacement, and further network compromise.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68974

Affected Software: miniOrange WordPress Social Login and Register

Affected Versions: Versions up to and including 7.7.0

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) flaw within the plugin. The application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input that is used to construct a file path for an include or require PHP statement. An unauthenticated remote attacker can craft a malicious request containing directory traversal sequences (e.g., ../) to force the application to include a local file on the server. If the attacker can also upload a file with malicious PHP code (e.g., disguised as an image) or poison a log file, they can trick the application into executing this code, resulting in Remote Code Execution (RCE) with the privileges of the web server process.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.8. Successful exploitation could lead to a complete compromise of the web server hosting the WordPress site. The potential business impact includes, but is not limited to, theft of sensitive data such as customer information and database credentials, unauthorized modification of the website (defacement), installation of persistent backdoors or malware, and using the compromised server to launch further attacks. Such an incident can result in significant financial loss, reputational damage, and potential regulatory penalties.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Immediately update the miniOrange WordPress Social Login and Register plugin to the latest version available (a version later than 7.7.0) which contains the security patch for this vulnerability. After patching, carefully review web server and application access logs for any evidence of exploitation attempts that may have occurred prior to the update.

Proactive Monitoring:

• Log Analysis: Scrutinize web server access logs for suspicious GET or POST requests containing directory traversal patterns (../, ..\/), absolute file paths (/etc/passwd), or PHP wrappers (php://filter, php://input).
• File Integrity Monitoring: Implement or review file integrity monitoring alerts for unexpected changes or the creation of new files (especially .php files) in web-accessible directories.
• Network Traffic: Monitor for unusual outbound connections from the web server, which could indicate a successful compromise and communication with a command-and-control server.

Compensating Controls:
If patching cannot be performed immediately, consider the following temporary measures:

• Disable the Plugin: Deactivate and disable the miniOrange WordPress Social Login and Register plugin until it can be safely updated.
• Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF with a robust ruleset designed to detect and block LFI and directory traversal attack patterns.
• Harden PHP: Ensure PHP configuration is hardened by setting allow_url_include to Off. While this vulnerability is primarily an LFI, this control prevents a common escalation path.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: False (as of Dec 30, 2025)

Analyst Notes: As of the publication date (Dec 30, 2025), there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, due to the critical nature of file inclusion vulnerabilities and the ease of exploitation, proof-of-concept (PoC) code is expected to be developed and published by security researchers rapidly. Organizations should assume that attackers will begin actively scanning for and exploiting this flaw imminently.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the critical severity (CVSS 9.8) of this vulnerability and the high likelihood of it leading to a full system compromise, immediate action is required. All organizations using the miniOrange WordPress Social Login and Register plugin must prioritize updating to the latest patched version without delay. Although this vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, its impact is severe enough that it should be treated with the highest urgency. A failure to patch promptly exposes the organization to a significant risk of a security breach.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been discovered in multiple GnuPG products, a widely used encryption software suite. This flaw could allow a local attacker with basic user access to escalate their privileges and execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to a full compromise of the affected system. Organizations should prioritize applying the vendor-supplied security updates to mitigate the risk of unauthorized system access and data compromise.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68973

Affected Software: GnuPG Multiple Products

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions. The vulnerability is reported to affect versions through the GnuPG 2.x series.

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a heap-based buffer overflow within the gpg-agent, a core component of GnuPG that manages private keys. The flaw can be triggered when the agent processes a specially crafted request from a local user through its Unix domain socket. An authenticated but unprivileged local attacker can send a malformed request that overflows a buffer during parsing, leading to a controllable memory corruption state. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code with the permissions of the gpg-agent process, which can lead to privilege escalation on the host system.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as High severity with a CVSS score of 7.8. Successful exploitation could lead to a complete compromise of the host system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Since GnuPG is a foundational tool for data encryption and digital signatures, an attacker gaining control of the system could bypass these security measures, access sensitive encrypted data, tamper with critical system files, or install persistent malware. This poses a significant risk to multi-user systems, such as shared development servers or production environments, where a low-privileged user or compromised service account could escalate their access to take full control of the machine.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: The primary remediation is to apply the security updates provided by the GnuPG project and respective downstream distribution vendors immediately. After patching, it is crucial to monitor systems for any signs of attempted exploitation by reviewing system and application logs for unusual activity or crashes related to GnuPG processes.

Proactive Monitoring: Organizations should monitor for anomalous behavior related to GnuPG components. This includes looking for unexpected crashes or error messages from gpg-agent in system logs (e.g., journalctl, /var/log/syslog). Additionally, security teams should use system auditing tools (e.g., auditd) to monitor for unexpected process execution originating from GnuPG daemons or unauthorized attempts to access sensitive key material.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, organizations can implement compensating controls to reduce the risk. This includes restricting shell access for untrusted users on shared systems, applying strict application control policies (e.g., SELinux, AppArmor) to confine GnuPG processes, and using containerization or sandboxing to limit the impact of a potential compromise.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of December 29, 2025, there are no known public proof-of-concept exploits or active attacks targeting this vulnerability. However, local privilege escalation vulnerabilities are highly valued by threat actors. It is anticipated that security researchers and malicious actors will actively work to develop an exploit, especially for common Linux distributions where GnuPG is installed by default.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the high severity (CVSS 7.8) and the critical role GnuPG plays in securing data and system communications, organizations are strongly advised to prioritize the deployment of vendor-supplied patches across all affected systems. This vulnerability represents a direct path for privilege escalation on any system where an attacker can gain initial low-privileged access. While this vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, its potential impact warrants immediate attention. Systems that cannot be patched immediately should have compensating controls applied and be placed under enhanced monitoring for suspicious local activity.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been identified in the Frappe web application framework, affecting multiple products. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to force the server to make unauthorized requests, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive internal network resources and data. Organizations are urged to apply vendor-supplied security updates immediately to mitigate the risk of a data breach.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68953

Affected Software: Frappe Multiple Products

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) flaw within a core component of the Frappe framework responsible for handling webhooks or fetching remote resources. The application fails to properly validate user-supplied URLs before making a server-side HTTP request. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this by crafting a malicious request that directs the Frappe server to connect to arbitrary internal IP addresses or external domains, allowing them to scan internal networks, access non-public services, and exfiltrate sensitive data, such as cloud provider metadata credentials.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as High severity with a CVSS score of 7.5, posing a significant risk to the confidentiality of organizational data. Successful exploitation could lead to a serious data breach by allowing an attacker to access internal databases, administrative panels, or sensitive files that are not meant to be publicly accessible. The potential business impact includes reputational damage, loss of customer trust, regulatory fines for data exposure, and providing an initial foothold for attackers to launch more extensive campaigns against the internal network.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: The primary remediation is to apply the security updates provided by the vendor across all affected Frappe instances immediately. Before deployment, patches should be tested in a non-production environment to ensure compatibility. After patching, system administrators should actively monitor application and network logs for any signs of attempted or successful exploitation.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor egress (outbound) traffic from servers running Frappe applications for unusual requests, particularly those directed at internal IP address ranges (e.g., 10.0.0.0/8, 172.16.0.0/12, 192.168.0.0/16) or cloud metadata endpoints (e.g., 169.254.169.254). Review web server access logs for requests containing suspicious URL patterns or encoded IP addresses passed to application parameters.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules specifically designed to detect and block common SSRF attack patterns. Additionally, configure strict egress filtering rules on the host or network firewall to prevent the server from initiating connections to unauthorized internal or external network locations.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of January 6, 2026, there is no known public proof-of-concept exploit code, and there are no reports of this vulnerability being actively exploited in the wild. However, given the low complexity of SSRF vulnerabilities, it is highly probable that security researchers and threat actors will develop exploit code in the near future, increasing the risk of exploitation.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the high severity of this vulnerability (CVSS 7.5) and its potential to expose sensitive internal data, we strongly recommend that organizations prioritize the immediate application of vendor-provided patches. While this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, its nature makes it an attractive target for attackers seeking initial access. In addition to patching, organizations should implement the recommended compensating controls, such as WAF rules and egress filtering, to build a defense-in-depth posture against this threat.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been discovered in multiple Gitea products, identified as CVE-2025-68939 with a CVSS score of 8.2. This flaw could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to bypass access controls and gain unauthorized access to private code repositories. Successful exploitation could lead to intellectual property theft, malicious code injection into the software supply chain, and significant operational disruption.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68939

Affected Software: Gitea Multiple Products

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions. The vulnerability is described as affecting versions "before 1.x.x".

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is an authentication bypass flaw within Gitea's repository access control mechanism. Due to improper handling of user session validation when accessing specific Git API endpoints, a specially crafted request can allow an unauthenticated attacker to circumvent security checks. An attacker can exploit this by sending a malformed HTTP request to a target Gitea instance, which tricks the system into granting access to private repositories as if the request were from an authorized user.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as High severity with a CVSS score of 8.2. Exploitation could have severe consequences for the organization, including the theft of proprietary source code, trade secrets, and other sensitive intellectual property stored in private repositories. An attacker could also tamper with code, potentially introducing backdoors or malware, leading to a software supply chain compromise. The exposure of private data could result in significant reputational damage, loss of customer trust, and potential regulatory fines.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: The primary and most effective remediation is to apply the security updates provided by the vendor immediately. After patching, it is critical to monitor for any signs of exploitation attempts that may have occurred prior to the update and to review all repository access logs for anomalous activity.

Proactive Monitoring: Security teams should monitor for unusual access patterns to Git repositories, such as multiple failed login attempts followed by a success, access from unfamiliar IP addresses or geographic locations, or an unusual volume of cloning/fetching activity. Review web server and Gitea application logs for malformed HTTP requests targeting repository access endpoints.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, consider implementing compensating controls. Place the Gitea instance behind a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules designed to block maliciously crafted requests. Restrict network access to the Gitea instance to only trusted IP ranges and enforce mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users as an additional layer of security.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of the publication date, December 27, 2025, there are no known public proof-of-concept exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, given the high severity and the critical nature of the assets protected by Gitea, it is highly likely that threat actors will develop exploits in the near future.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the high CVSS score and the direct threat to an organization's intellectual property, we strongly recommend that all affected Gitea instances be patched on an emergency basis. This vulnerability represents a critical risk of data exfiltration and supply chain compromise. Although this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, its severity makes it a prime candidate for future inclusion and a high-value target for attackers. Organizations must prioritize this update and conduct a thorough review of access logs to detect any potential compromise.

Executive Summary:
A critical remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in multiple Frappe products, assigned CVE-2025-68929 with a CVSS score of 9. An attacker can exploit this flaw by tricking a privileged, authenticated user into clicking a specially crafted link, which allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code and gain full control of the affected server. Immediate patching is required to prevent potential system compromise, data theft, and operational disruption.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68929

Affected Software: Frappe is a Multiple Products

Affected Versions: All versions prior to 14.99.6 and 15.88.1

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a server-side template injection that leads to remote code execution (RCE). An attacker must first craft a malicious URL containing a payload designed to be interpreted as a server-side template. The attacker then delivers this link to an authenticated user who possesses specific, elevated permissions within the application. If the victim clicks the link, the Frappe framework processes the malicious payload, executing the embedded code on the server with the privileges of the web application service account, resulting in a full system compromise.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9. Successful exploitation grants an attacker complete control over the application server, posing a severe risk to the business. Potential consequences include the theft or modification of sensitive corporate and customer data, deployment of ransomware, disruption of critical business operations relying on the Frappe-based application, and using the compromised server as a pivot point to attack other internal network resources. The reputational and financial damage from such a breach could be substantial.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Immediately upgrade all instances of Frappe products to a patched version (14.99.6, 15.88.1, or later) as recommended by the vendor. After patching, review web server and application access logs for any unusual requests or signs of exploitation that may have occurred prior to the update.

Proactive Monitoring: Implement enhanced monitoring of application and web server logs. Look for suspicious GET or POST requests, particularly those containing template syntax (e.g., {{ ... }}, {% ... %}), unexpected URL parameters, or calls to system commands. Monitor for any anomalous processes spawned by the web server's user account and unusual outbound network connections from the server.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, consider implementing the following controls:

• Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules designed to detect and block template injection attacks.
• Strictly review and limit the number of users with the "specific permissions" required to trigger this vulnerability.
• Conduct user awareness training to educate privileged users on the risks of clicking untrusted or suspicious links, even if they appear to originate from a known application.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of December 29, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, given the critical impact (RCE) and the detailed nature of the advisory, security researchers and threat actors are likely to develop proof-of-concept code rapidly. The requirement for an authenticated, privileged user to be socially engineered makes mass exploitation less likely, but targeted attacks remain a significant threat.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the critical severity of this vulnerability and its potential for complete system compromise, it is strongly recommended that organizations prioritize the immediate application of vendor-supplied patches to all affected Frappe instances. Although this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, its high CVSS score warrants urgent attention. All remediation and monitoring actions should be implemented without delay to mitigate the significant risk to the organization.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been discovered in C-Kermit, a widely used file transfer and terminal emulation program. This flaw could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system, potentially leading to a complete system compromise. Organizations using the affected software are at significant risk of data theft, service disruption, and unauthorized access to their networks.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68920

Affected Software: C-Kermit (may be embedded in other products)

Affected Versions: All versions up to and including 10

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a stack-based buffer overflow within the C-Kermit service. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this flaw by sending a specially crafted, oversized packet during the initialization of a file transfer session. The service fails to properly validate the length of user-supplied data, allowing the buffer to be overwritten, which can be leveraged to corrupt the stack and execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the C-Kermit process.

Business Impact

This vulnerability presents a significant threat to the business, categorized as High severity with a CVSS score of 8.9. Successful exploitation could grant an attacker complete control over the affected system, leading to the loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical data and services. Potential consequences include unauthorized access to sensitive information, deployment of ransomware, lateral movement across the network to compromise other assets, and significant reputational damage. The ease of exploitation, requiring no user interaction, elevates the risk of a swift and widespread attack.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: The primary remediation is to apply the security updates provided by the vendor to all affected systems immediately. After patching, it is crucial to review system and application logs for any signs of compromise or unsuccessful exploitation attempts that may have occurred prior to the update.

Proactive Monitoring: Implement heightened monitoring on systems running C-Kermit. Security teams should look for unusual network traffic patterns on the ports used by Kermit, unexpected child processes spawned by the C-Kermit service, and connection attempts from untrusted IP addresses. Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) signatures should be updated to detect and block known exploitation patterns for this vulnerability as they become available.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, apply compensating controls to reduce the risk of exploitation. Restrict network access to the C-Kermit service using firewalls, allowing connections only from trusted and necessary hosts. If the service is not essential for business operations, consider disabling it entirely. Deploying an Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution can also help detect and block anomalous behavior associated with exploitation attempts.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of December 26, 2025, there are no known public proof-of-concept exploits or reports of this vulnerability being actively exploited in the wild. However, given the high CVSS score and the potential for remote code execution, it is highly probable that threat actors are actively working to develop an exploit.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the high severity (CVSS 8.9) and the risk of complete system compromise, this vulnerability requires immediate attention. We strongly recommend that all system owners prioritize the deployment of vendor-supplied patches to all affected assets. While this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, its characteristics make it a prime candidate for future inclusion. Organizations that cannot patch immediately must implement the suggested compensating controls and maintain a state of heightened vigilance through proactive monitoring.

Executive Summary:
A critical code injection vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-68897, has been discovered in the IF AS Shortcode plugin. This flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the server, potentially leading to a complete system compromise, data theft, and further network intrusion. Due to the critical severity (CVSS 9.9), immediate remediation is required to prevent exploitation.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68897

Affected Software: Mohammad I. Okfie IF AS Shortcode

Affected Versions: All versions up to and including 1.2

Vulnerability: The vulnerability exists due to improper sanitization of user-supplied input within the plugin's shortcode processing logic. An attacker, potentially a low-privileged user with content editing permissions, can embed malicious PHP code within the shortcode's parameters. When a page or post containing the crafted shortcode is rendered by the server, the embedded code is executed with the permissions of the web server process, leading to a full remote code execution (RCE) scenario.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.9. Successful exploitation would grant an attacker complete control over the affected web server. This could lead to severe business consequences, including the theft of sensitive data such as customer information or intellectual property, website defacement, deployment of ransomware, or using the compromised server as a pivot point to attack other internal systems. Such an incident would likely result in significant financial loss, reputational damage, and regulatory penalties.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action:

• Immediately update the IF AS Shortcode plugin to the latest version (greater than 1.2) as recommended by the vendor.
• If a patch is not available or cannot be immediately applied, disable and uninstall the plugin to remove the attack vector.
• Review web server and application logs for any signs of past exploitation, such as unusual requests or unexpected file modifications.

Proactive Monitoring:

• Monitor web server access logs for suspicious POST or GET requests to pages that utilize the vulnerable shortcode, looking for patterns indicative of code injection.
• Implement file integrity monitoring to detect unauthorized changes to web application files.
• Monitor for unusual outbound network connections from the web server, which could indicate a successful compromise and communication with a command-and-control server.

Compensating Controls:

• If patching is not immediately possible, deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules specifically designed to detect and block code injection attempts targeting the shortcode syntax.
• Enforce the principle of least privilege by running the web server process with minimal permissions, restricting its ability to write to the filesystem or execute system commands.
• Restrict access to content creation features to only trusted and necessary personnel.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: False

Analyst Notes: As of December 29, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, due to the critical nature of code injection vulnerabilities and the ease of exploitation, it is highly probable that threat actors will develop and deploy exploits rapidly.

Analyst Recommendation

This vulnerability represents a critical risk to the organization. Given the 9.9 CVSS score and the potential for a complete system takeover, immediate action is paramount. Although CVE-2025-68897 is not currently listed on the CISA KEV (Known Exploited Vulnerabilities) catalog, vulnerabilities of this type are prime candidates for addition once exploitation is observed in the wild. We strongly recommend that all affected instances of the "IF AS Shortcode" plugin be updated or disabled without delay to mitigate this threat.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been identified in multiple CedCommerce products, including the CedCommerce Integration for Good Market. This flaw, a Local File Inclusion (LFI), allows an unauthenticated attacker to trick the application into reading and displaying the contents of sensitive files on the server. Successful exploitation could lead to the exposure of confidential data, system credentials, and potentially enable further attacks against the server.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68877

Affected Software: CedCommerce Multiple Products, including but not limited to "CedCommerce Integration for Good Market".

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions.

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is an Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement, commonly known as a Local File Inclusion (LFI). The application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input that is used as a path in a PHP include or require statement. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this by crafting a special request that manipulates this input to specify an arbitrary file on the server's local filesystem. This forces the application to include and potentially execute or display the contents of sensitive files, such as configuration files containing database credentials, application source code, or system files like /etc/passwd.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as High severity with a CVSS score of 7.5. Exploitation could have significant negative impacts on the business. An attacker could leverage this flaw to steal sensitive information, including customer data, intellectual property, and system credentials, leading to a major data breach. The exposure of configuration files could provide the attacker with database passwords and API keys, enabling deeper compromise of the corporate network. This could result in severe reputational damage, financial loss, and regulatory penalties.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: The primary remediation is to apply the security updates provided by CedCommerce across all affected products immediately. After patching, it is crucial to monitor for any signs of compromise that may have occurred before the patch was applied by reviewing web server access logs and application logs for suspicious activity.

Proactive Monitoring: Security teams should actively monitor web server logs for requests containing directory traversal patterns (e.g., ../, ..%2f) in URL parameters. Look for attempts to access common sensitive files such as wp-config.php, /etc/passwd, or application log files. Monitor for unusual outbound network traffic from the web server, which could indicate data exfiltration.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, implement the following controls to mitigate risk:

• Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF with rulesets designed to detect and block LFI and directory traversal attack patterns.
• File System Permissions: Enforce the principle of least privilege by ensuring the web server's user account has read access only to the files and directories it legitimately needs.
• PHP Hardening: Ensure that PHP configuration (php.ini) is hardened by disabling settings like allow_url_include, even though this specific vulnerability is LFI.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: False

Analyst Notes: As of December 30, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active, widespread exploitation campaigns targeting this specific vulnerability. However, Local File Inclusion is a well-understood vulnerability class, and threat actors can easily develop private exploits to scan for and attack vulnerable systems. The absence of public exploit code should not be interpreted as a low risk.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the high severity (CVSS 7.5) of this vulnerability and its potential for data exfiltration and system compromise, we strongly recommend that organizations prioritize the immediate application of vendor-supplied patches. Although this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, its status could change rapidly if exploitation becomes widespread. Until patches are fully deployed, organizations should implement the recommended compensating controls, such as deploying a WAF and enhancing monitoring, to reduce the attack surface.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity vulnerability has been identified in multiple reDim GmbH CookieHint products for WordPress. This flaw, known as a Local File Inclusion, could allow an unauthenticated attacker to read sensitive files from the underlying server by manipulating how the application includes files. Successful exploitation could lead to the exposure of confidential data, such as website configuration files and user credentials, potentially enabling a complete system compromise.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68870

Affected Software: reDim GmbH CookieHint Multiple Products

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) flaw, categorized as an Improper Control of Filename for an Include/Require Statement in a PHP Program. The application uses user-supplied input to construct a file path that is then used in a PHP include or require statement without proper validation or sanitization. An attacker can exploit this by crafting a malicious request, typically manipulating a URL parameter, to include directory traversal sequences (e.g., ../) and specify the path to an arbitrary file on the server. This forces the application to read and potentially display the contents of sensitive files, such as wp-config.php (containing database credentials) or system files like /etc/passwd.

Business Impact

This is a High severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5. Exploitation of this flaw can have significant business consequences, including a serious data breach. An attacker could gain access to sensitive information, such as database credentials, application source code, and local system user data. This could lead to reputational damage, loss of customer trust, and potential regulatory fines. If an attacker can read the wp-config.php file, they can gain control of the website's database, and if they chain this vulnerability with another (such as a file upload), they could achieve full remote code execution and compromise the entire server.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: The primary remediation is to apply the security updates provided by the vendor immediately across all affected installations. After patching, it is critical to monitor for any signs of exploitation attempts by reviewing web server access logs and application logs for suspicious activity that may have occurred prior to the patch.

Proactive Monitoring: Security teams should actively monitor web server access logs for requests containing directory traversal patterns (e.g., ../, ..%2f, ..\) or absolute file paths targeting sensitive files. Monitor PHP error logs for "failed to open stream" or "include()" errors, which could indicate failed exploitation attempts. Network traffic should be monitored for any unusual outbound connections from the web server, which could signal a successful compromise.

Compensating Controls: If patching cannot be performed immediately, the following controls can help mitigate risk:

• Web Application Firewall (WAF): Implement a WAF with a robust ruleset to detect and block LFI and directory traversal attack patterns.
• Harden PHP Configuration: Ensure that allow_url_include is disabled in the php.ini configuration file to prevent the vulnerability from being escalated to Remote File Inclusion.
• File System Permissions: Apply the principle of least privilege. Ensure the web server's user account has restrictive read/write permissions and cannot access files or directories outside of the web root.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of December 30, 2025, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, Local File Inclusion vulnerabilities are well-understood by attackers, and proof-of-concept exploits are often developed quickly by reverse-engineering vendor patches. Organizations should assume that exploitation is imminent.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the high severity (CVSS 7.5) of this vulnerability and its potential to cause a significant data breach, we strongly recommend that organizations prioritize applying the vendor-supplied security updates immediately. While this CVE is not currently on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, the risk of sensitive data exposure and potential for full system compromise is substantial. If patching is delayed, implement the suggested compensating controls, particularly a Web Application Firewall, and enhance monitoring to detect and respond to any exploitation attempts.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-68865, has been discovered in the Infility Global software. This flaw, a type of SQL Injection, could allow an unauthenticated attacker to manipulate the application's database, potentially leading to a complete compromise of sensitive data, including data theft, modification, and deletion. Due to its critical severity rating, immediate remediation is strongly advised to prevent potential exploitation.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68865

Affected Software: Infility Global

Affected Versions: All versions up to and including 2.14.48

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command, commonly known as a SQL Injection. The Infility Global application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input before it is used to construct SQL queries. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this by sending specially crafted input to the application, which is then executed as a database command, granting the attacker unauthorized access and control over the database.

Business Impact

This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.3, posing a significant risk to the organization. Successful exploitation could lead to a severe data breach, resulting in the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive customer, financial, or proprietary information. Attackers could also modify or delete critical data, compromising data integrity and disrupting business operations. The potential consequences include significant financial loss, reputational damage, and regulatory penalties.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update Infility Global to the latest version provided by the vendor, which addresses this vulnerability. After patching, monitor for any signs of post-remediation exploitation attempts and conduct a thorough review of historical access and database logs for any indicators of compromise that may have occurred prior to patching.

Proactive Monitoring: Implement enhanced monitoring of web application and database server logs. Look for unusual or malformed SQL queries, a high rate of database error messages, and suspicious requests targeted at application input fields. Monitor for anomalous outbound network connections from the database server, which could indicate data exfiltration.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not feasible, deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with a strict ruleset designed to detect and block SQL injection attack patterns. Additionally, consider restricting network access to the affected application interfaces and implementing enhanced database activity monitoring to detect and alert on unauthorized queries.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of Jan 5, 2026, there are no known public exploits or active exploitation campaigns targeting this vulnerability. However, SQL Injection is a well-understood vulnerability class, and due to the critical CVSS score, it is highly probable that proof-of-concept exploits will be developed and published by security researchers or malicious actors in the near future.

Analyst Recommendation
Given the critical severity (CVSS 9.3) of this vulnerability, we recommend that organizations treat its remediation as a top priority. The primary course of action is to apply the vendor-supplied security update to all affected instances of Infility Global immediately. Although this CVE is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog, its potential for significant data compromise warrants urgent attention. If patching is delayed, the compensating controls outlined above should be implemented as an interim risk mitigation measure.