What is the CVSS score of CVE-2018-25178?

CVE-2018-25178 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (High). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.2%.

Which versions of PHP are affected by CVE-2018-25178?

Easyndexer 1.0 contains a critical flaw allowing unauthenticated attackers to download arbitrary files from affected systems without credentials or authentication.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2018-25178?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2018-25178. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.2%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2018-25178?

Within 24 hours: Inventory all systems running Easyndexer 1.0 and assess exposure (internet-facing vs. internal); disable or restrict access to the application if possible. Within 7 days: Implement compensating controls (WAF rules blocking suspicious file parameter requests, network segmentation to limit access); audit logs for exploitation indicators. Within 30 days: Migrate to an alternative solution or contact vendor for patched version; conduct forensic review for evidence of compromise.

PHP CVE-2018-25178

HIGH

Path Traversal (CWE-22)

2026-03-06 disclosure@vulncheck.com

PHP

7.5

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

7.5 HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

None

Availability

None

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 12, 2026 - 22:06 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Mar 09, 2026 - 13:35 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Mar 06, 2026 - 13:15 nvd

HIGH 7.5

DescriptionCVE.org

Easyndexer 1.0 contains an arbitrary file download vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to download sensitive files by manipulating the file parameter. Attackers can send POST requests to showtif.php with arbitrary file paths in the file parameter to retrieve system files like configuration and initialization files.

AnalysisAI

Easyndexer 1.0 contains an arbitrary file download vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to download sensitive files by manipulating the file parameter. [CVSS 7.5 HIGH]

Technical ContextAI

Classified as CWE-22 (Path Traversal). Easyndexer 1.0 contains an arbitrary file download vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to download sensitive files by manipulating the file parameter. Attackers can send POST requests to showtif.php with arbitrary file paths in the file parameter to retrieve system files like configuration and initialization files.

Affected ProductsAI

Component: file.

RemediationAI

Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Validate and sanitize file path inputs. Use allowlists. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.