PHP Local File Inclusion Vulnerability in PenciDesign PenNews Theme
CVE-2025-64223

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Pennews
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 December 2025

What is CVE-2025-64223?

The PenNews theme by PenciDesign is vulnerable to PHP Local File Inclusion due to improper control over filename handling in include/require statements. This vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive files on the server, potentially leading to unauthorized data exposure. Affected versions include all PenNews versions prior to 6.7.3. Site administrators are urged to apply updates to mitigate risks related to this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

PenNews <= n/a

References

https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Theme/pennews/v...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Tran Nguyen Bao Khanh (VCI - VNPT Cyber Immunity) | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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