Plattform
wordpress
Komponente
homevillas-real-estate
Behoben in
2.8.1
CVE-2025-5014 describes an arbitrary file access vulnerability discovered in the Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme. This flaw allows authenticated attackers, even those with Subscriber-level access, to delete files on the server, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability impacts versions 0.0.0 through 2.8 of the theme. A patch is expected from the theme developer.
The primary impact of CVE-2025-5014 is the potential for remote code execution. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can delete critical files such as wp-config.php, which contains sensitive database credentials and configuration settings. Deletion of this file effectively disables the WordPress site and allows the attacker to potentially gain control of the server. The attacker needs to be authenticated, but Subscriber-level access is sufficient, making a wide range of WordPress users potentially vulnerable. This vulnerability shares similarities with other file deletion vulnerabilities where the absence of proper file path validation allows for unauthorized access and manipulation of server files.
CVE-2025-5014 was publicly disclosed on 2025-07-02. No public proof-of-concept (PoC) code has been released at the time of writing, but the vulnerability's nature makes it likely that a PoC will emerge. The vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog. The ease of exploitation, given the relatively low access requirements (Subscriber role), suggests a medium probability of exploitation if a PoC becomes available.
WordPress sites using the Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme are at risk. Specifically, sites with weak password policies or where users have been granted unnecessary Subscriber-level access are more vulnerable. Shared hosting environments where multiple WordPress sites share the same server are also at increased risk, as a compromise of one site could potentially lead to the compromise of others.
• wordpress / composer / npm:
grep -r 'wp_rem_cs_widget_file_delete' /var/www/html/wp-content/themes/home-villas/*• wordpress / composer / npm:
wp plugin list --status=all | grep home-villas• generic web:
curl -I https://your-wordpress-site.com/wp-content/themes/home-villas/ | grep -i 'wp_rem_cs_widget_file_delete'disclosure
Exploit-Status
EPSS
1.27% (79% Perzentil)
CISA SSVC
CVSS-Vektor
The immediate mitigation for CVE-2025-5014 is to upgrade the Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme to a patched version as soon as it becomes available. Until a patch is released, consider disabling the 'wpremcswidgetfile_delete' function if it is not essential. Implement strict file access controls on the WordPress server to limit the impact of a successful attack. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block suspicious file deletion requests can also provide a layer of protection. Regularly review WordPress user roles and permissions to ensure that only authorized users have access to sensitive files.
Actualice el tema Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme a la última versión disponible. La vulnerabilidad se debe a una validación insuficiente de la ruta del archivo, por lo que la actualización debería corregir el problema. Asegúrese de realizar una copia de seguridad completa del sitio antes de actualizar.
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CVE-2025-5014 is a HIGH severity vulnerability allowing authenticated attackers to delete files on a WordPress server using the Home Villas theme, potentially leading to remote code execution. It affects versions 0.0.0–2.8.
If your WordPress site uses the Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme version 0.0.0 through 2.8, you are potentially affected. Check your theme version and apply the recommended mitigations.
Upgrade to a patched version of the Home Villas theme as soon as it becomes available. Until then, implement WAF rules or restrict file permissions as temporary workarounds.
While no active exploitation has been confirmed, the vulnerability's nature and ease of exploitation suggest a moderate risk. Monitor your systems for suspicious activity.
Refer to the theme developer's website or WordPress.org plugin page for updates and advisories regarding CVE-2025-5014.
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