CVE-2025-47474CWE-98

WordPress Anarkali theme <= 1.0.9 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

High · published January 22, 2026

CVSS v3.1
8.1
EPSS
1%
Percentile
49.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A simple oversight in Ninetheme Anarkali lets attackers include any file they want! Imagine the havoc they could wreak! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that accepts any delivery without checking what’s inside. If the chef isn’t careful, they might end up cooking something harmful instead of delicious! With this vulnerability, an attacker could execute malicious code on your server, potentially leading to full system compromise. Imagine unauthorized access to sensitive data, or worse, turning your website into a launching pad for attacks on others. That’s absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that accepts any delivery without checking what’s inside. If the chef isn’t careful, they might end up cooking something harmful instead of delicious! This PHP Remote File Inclusion vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate the file path in include or require statements, leading to local file inclusion. The issue affects Anarkali versions up to and including 1.0.9, enabling the exploitation of arbitrary files on the server.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker could execute malicious code on your server, potentially leading to full system compromise. Imagine unauthorized access to sensitive data, or worse, turning your website into a launching pad for attacks on others. That’s absolutely devastating! To secure your site, immediately patch to the latest version of Anarkali. Additionally, ensure that file paths are properly validated to prevent unauthorized access. Regularly audit your PHP configurations to shore up defenses against similar vulnerabilities! You've got this! With these steps, you'll boost your security and keep your site safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.1 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00629 · 49.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-98 · Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
Published
2026-01-22T16:51Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 JAN 16:51Z
    WordPress Anarkali theme <= 1.0.9 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability
    cvelistv5