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CVE-2025-69080 JanStudio CVE debrief

A PHP Remote File Inclusion vulnerability exists in JanStudio Gecko theme version 1.9.8 and earlier. This issue allows attackers to include local files via a manipulated filename. Defenders should assess exposure, particularly those managing PHP applications and WordPress themes. The vulnerability's impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is rated high with a CVSS score of 8.1.

Vendor
JanStudio
Product
Gecko
CVSS
HIGH 8.1
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-01-07
Original CVE updated
2026-09-30
Advisory published
2026-01-07
Advisory updated
2026-09-30

Who should care

PHP application administrators, WordPress theme administrators, and security teams responsible for vulnerability management should assess exposure to this vulnerability and prioritize remediation efforts

Why it matters

CVE-2025-69080 is a high-severity vulnerability in the JanStudio Gecko theme that allows for PHP Remote File Inclusion. Defenders should assess exposure, particularly those managing PHP applications and WordPress themes, as this vulnerability could lead to confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. Remediation priority is high, but evidence on affected versions and patches is limited.

  • Potential unauthorized access to sensitive data
  • Possible disruption of service due to file inclusion
  • Risk of code execution or modification
  • Need for verification of affected versions and remediation steps

Technical summary

The CVE-2025-69080 vulnerability exists in the JanStudio Gecko theme, affecting versions up to and including 1.9.8. This PHP Remote File Inclusion vulnerability allows attackers to include local files via a manipulated filename, potentially leading to confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts.

Defensive priority

High priority for PHP application and WordPress theme administrators to assess and remediate

Recommended defensive actions

  • Assess exposure of PHP applications and WordPress themes to this vulnerability
  • Verify version 1.9.8 and earlier of JanStudio Gecko theme for vulnerability
  • Apply patches or updates if available
  • Monitor for potential exploitation attempts

Evidence notes

The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability. However, additional information on affected versions and remediation steps is limited.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2025-69080 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2025-69080

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2025-69080 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-69080

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.