Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in TheGem Theme by WordPress
CVE-2025-4317

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Thegem
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 May 2025

What is CVE-2025-4317?

TheGem theme for WordPress has a vulnerability that allows authenticated users with Subscriber-level access or higher to upload arbitrary files due to inadequate file type validation in the thegem_get_logo_url() function. This loophole enables potential attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server, posing a significant security risk for websites utilizing this theme. To mitigate this risk, users are urged to apply the latest updates and implement strict file upload policies.

Affected Version(s)

TheGem * <= 5.10.3

References

https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id...
https://themeforest.net/item/thegem-creative-multipurpose...
https://codex-themes.com/thegem/changelog.html

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Friderika Baranyai
.
The Cyber Security Vulnerability Database.