Path Traversal Vulnerability in ChurchCRM Backup Restore Handler
CVE-2025-11939

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

ChurchCRM

Status
Churchcrm
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 October 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-11939?

A vulnerability exists in the ChurchCRM Backup Restore Handler up to version 5.18.0, specifically in the file src/ChurchCRM/Backup/RestoreJob.php. This flaw allows for path traversal through manipulation of the argument restoreFile. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely, potentially accessing sensitive files on the server. The exploit is publicly known, and despite attempts to notify the vendor, there has been no response.

Affected Version(s)

ChurchCRM 5.0

ChurchCRM 5.1

ChurchCRM 5.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-11939 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.329015
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.329015
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.671101
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CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

uartu0 (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-11939 : Path Traversal Vulnerability in ChurchCRM Backup Restore Handler