Description
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ApusTheme Butcher butcher allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Butcher: from n/a through <= 2.40.
Published: 2025-05-23
Score: 8.1 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: n/a
Action: n/a
AI Analysis

Impact

The vulnerability arises from improper validation of the filename used in an include/require statement within the ApusTheme Butcher WordPress theme. Because the theme accepts unsanitized input, a user can supply a crafted path that causes the server to include an arbitrary local file. This Local File Inclusion (CWE‑98) can lead to unintended disclosure of sensitive files, code execution, or further exploitation.

Affected Systems

It affects the ApusTheme Butcher theme for WordPress, specifically versions up to and including 2.40. The problem exists from the initial release through version 2.40. Any WordPress installation using a vulnerable version of this theme is at risk.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score is 8.1, indicating high impact. The EPSS score is below 1 %, suggesting low current exploitation probability, and the vulnerability is not listed in CISA KEV. Attackers would exploit the flaw by sending a request that manipulates the filename parameter, potentially without authentication. If successful, the attacker could read sensitive files or execute code on the server, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected website.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on April 30, 2026 at 18:54 UTC.

Remediation

No vendor fix or workaround currently provided.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade the Butcher theme to the latest version that removes the insecure include logic (any release above 2.40).
  • If an upgrade cannot be performed immediately, block external requests that target the vulnerable include parameter by limiting the directory context or by removing the parameter from the theme’s URL structure.
  • Add web‑application firewall rules or .htaccess restrictions to prevent arbitrary file inclusion (e.g., deny access to "*.php" in the uploads directory and restrict include paths to the theme’s directory).

Generated by OpenCVE AI on April 30, 2026 at 18:54 UTC.

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Advisories
Source ID Title
EUVD EUVD EUVD-2025-27821 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ApusTheme Butcher allows PHP Local File Inclusion. This issue affects Butcher: from n/a through 2.40.
History

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 8.1, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ApusTheme Butcher allows PHP Local File Inclusion. This issue affects Butcher: from n/a through 2.40. Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ApusTheme Butcher butcher allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Butcher: from n/a through <= 2.40.
Title WordPress Butcher <= 2.40 - Local File Inclusion Vulnerability WordPress Butcher theme <= 2.40 - Local File Inclusion Vulnerability
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 8.1, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

Fri, 23 May 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

Fri, 23 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in ApusTheme Butcher allows PHP Local File Inclusion. This issue affects Butcher: from n/a through 2.40.
Title WordPress Butcher <= 2.40 - Local File Inclusion Vulnerability
Weaknesses CWE-98
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 8.1, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

Subscriptions

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cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: Patchstack

Published:

Updated: 2026-04-28T16:12:20.627Z

Reserved: 2025-04-04T10:02:38.419Z

Link: CVE-2025-32286

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Updated: 2025-05-23T13:23:41.201Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Deferred

Published: 2025-05-23T13:15:29.380

Modified: 2026-04-23T15:28:54.140

Link: CVE-2025-32286

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No data.

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Updated: 2026-04-30T19:00:14Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-98

    Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')