CVE-2025-69037CWE-98

WordPress Pippo theme <= 1.2.3 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

High · published January 22, 2026

CVSS v3.1
8.1
EPSS
0%
Percentile
40.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ PHP Local File Inclusion vulnerability in goalthemes Pippo allows an attacker to manipulate file paths with just a few sneaky inputs! 🔥 Think of it like giving a chef the freedom to choose any ingredient without checking the recipe first — they might end up grabbing something totally inappropriate from the pantry. This flaw allows attackers to include any file they can name, leading to chaos in your application! An attacker could exploit this to gain access to sensitive configuration files or even execute malicious scripts—imagine them strolling into your server kitchen, cooking up a storm with all your secret recipes! This is not just a minor oversight; it could lead to data breaches or full system compromise.

Put simply

Think of it like giving a chef the freedom to choose any ingredient without checking the recipe first — they might end up grabbing something totally inappropriate from the pantry. This flaw allows attackers to include any file they can name, leading to chaos in your application! This vulnerability stems from improper control over the file paths in PHP's include/require statements, enabling attackers to include unauthorized files by crafting specific requests. Affected versions range from n/a to 1.2.3, making the flaw widespread and easily exploitable.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this to gain access to sensitive configuration files or even execute malicious scripts—imagine them strolling into your server kitchen, cooking up a storm with all your secret recipes! This is not just a minor oversight; it could lead to data breaches or full system compromise. To remediate this, immediately update Pippo to version 1.2.4 or later. Additionally, implement strict input validation and sanitize any user-provided file paths to ensure only expected and safe files can be accessed. Regularly audit your code for similar vulnerabilities to prevent future incidents. You've got this! 🌟 With these steps, you'll secure your application and keep those attackers out! 🛡️

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
0.00484 · 40.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-98 · Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
Published
2026-01-22T16:52Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 JAN 16:52Z
    WordPress Pippo theme <= 1.2.3 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability
    cvelistv5