PHP
CVE-2025-58889
HIGH
Vulnerability Assessment
| Weakness |
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A05:2025 - Injection
ASVS 5.0
V5 - File Handling File inclusion prevention, allowlisting
MITRE ATT&CK
2 techniques across 2 tactics: Initial Access, Command and Control The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up. |
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Alert meAnalysisAIv1 – Jul 27, 2026
Local file inclusion (LFI) in the Axiomthemes Towny WordPress theme <= 1.16 allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary local files on the server, potentially exposing credentials or other sensitive data. The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.1 (AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H) indicating high impact but elevated attack complexity, and an EPSS score of 0.08% suggesting very low likelihood of widespread exploitation. No active exploitation or public proof-of-concept code has been identified at this time.
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AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS VectorNVD
DescriptionCVE.org
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in axiomthemes Towny towny allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Towny: from n/a through <= 1.16.
Executive ViewAI
The Axiomthemes Towny WordPress theme (version 1.16 and earlier) contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that could allow an unauthenticated attacker to read sensitive server files, potentially exposing database credentials or configuration data. Although exploitation is not yet widespread and requires elevated attack complexity, the high confidentiality impact means this poses a significant risk to any organization using the theme. Leadership should prioritize identifying all instances of the vulnerable theme and applying interim mitigations until a patch is released.
Within 24 hours, inventory all WordPress sites running Towny theme version 1.16 or earlier and verify no unauthorized file access has occurred. Disable the theme on production sites immediately if possible, replacing it with a non-vulnerable alternative. Within 7 days, implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF) rule to block requests containing path traversal patterns (e.g., '../' or 'file://') and restrict file inclusion via query parameters. Configure server-level restrictions to prevent the webserver from reading sensitive files outside the web root. Within 30 days, work with the theme vendor for a patch or plan a permanent migration to a supported theme. Monitor logs for any signs of attempted exploitation and ensure regular security scanning continues.
Disable the vulnerable Towny theme and replace it with an alternative theme. Implement WAF rules to block path traversal strings. Restrict web server access to sensitive directories via .htaccess or server configuration. Ensure WordPress and all plugins are updated to latest versions to reduce attack surface.
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Attack Technique
Local File Inclusion vulnerabilities occur when an application accepts user-controlled input to specify which file should be loaded or executed, typically through functions like PHP's `include()`, `require()`, or `fopen()`.
Information disclosure occurs when an application unintentionally exposes sensitive data that aids attackers in reconnaissance or directly compromises security.
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