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CVE-2025-69116 ThemeREX CVE debrief

CVE-2025-69116 is a high-severity vulnerability in the Iona theme, affecting versions <= 1.0.8. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated local file inclusion, with a CVSS score of 8.1. The vulnerability was published on June 17, 2026, and last modified on the same day. The vendor and product information are not confirmed, with a low confidence level. Users of the Iona theme should take immediate action to mitigate this vulnerability.

Vendor
ThemeREX
Product
Iona
CVSS
HIGH 8.1
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-17
Original CVE updated
2026-06-17
Advisory published
2026-06-17
Advisory updated
2026-06-17

Who should care

Users of the Iona theme, version <= 1.0.8, should be aware of this high-severity vulnerability and take immediate action to mitigate it. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated local file inclusion, which can lead to sensitive information disclosure and potential code execution.

Technical summary

CVE-2025-69116 is a high-severity vulnerability in the Iona theme, affecting versions <= 1.0.8. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated local file inclusion, with a CVSS score of 8.1 and a CVSS vector of CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-98. The vendor and product information are not confirmed, with a low confidence level.

Defensive priority

high

Recommended defensive actions

  • Update the Iona theme to a version that is not vulnerable (>= 1.0.9)
  • Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to detect and prevent local file inclusion attacks
  • Monitor the Iona theme for any suspicious activity
  • Implement additional security measures, such as file access controls and logging
  • Consider using a security plugin or service to detect and mitigate vulnerabilities
  • Review and update the Iona theme's configuration and settings to prevent exploitation
  • Apply patches or hotfixes provided by the vendor, if available

Evidence notes

The evidence for this vulnerability comes from the NVD and Patchstack. The NVD provides a CVSS score and vector, as well as a CWE classification. Patchstack provides additional information on the vulnerability, including a detailed description and mitigation steps. [ref-4] [nvd]

Official resources

public