What is the severity of CVE-2025-23948?

CVE-2025-23948 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local file inclusion, which could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data.

How do I fix CVE-2025-23948?

To fix CVE-2025-23948, update the WebArea Background animation blocks plugin to the latest version beyond 2.1.5 that addresses the vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-23948?

CVE-2025-23948 affects versions of the WebArea Background animation blocks as well as the WordPress Background animation blocks Plugin up to version 2.1.5.

Can CVE-2025-23948 lead to remote attacks?

Yes, CVE-2025-23948 can potentially lead to remote attacks through local file inclusion, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2025-23948?

Yes, a patch is available; users are advised to update to the latest version of the software that resolves the CVE-2025-23948 vulnerability.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2025-23948

high

8.1

CWE

EPSS

0.043%

22/1/2025

CVE-2025-23948: WordPress Background animation blocks Plugin <= 2.1.5 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

First published: Wed Jan 22 2025(Updated: )

Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') vulnerability in WebArea Background animation blocks allows PHP Local File Inclusion. This issue affects Background animation blocks: from n/a through 2.1.5.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WebArea Background animation blocks	<=2.1.5
WordPress Background Animation Blocks Plugin	<=2.1.5

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/background-animation-blocks/vulnerability/wordpress-background-animation-blocks-plugin-2-1-5-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-23948?
CVE-2025-23948 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local file inclusion, which could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2025-23948?
To fix CVE-2025-23948, update the WebArea Background animation blocks plugin to the latest version beyond 2.1.5 that addresses the vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-23948?
CVE-2025-23948 affects versions of the WebArea Background animation blocks as well as the WordPress Background animation blocks Plugin up to version 2.1.5.
Can CVE-2025-23948 lead to remote attacks?
Yes, CVE-2025-23948 can potentially lead to remote attacks through local file inclusion, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2025-23948?
Yes, a patch is available; users are advised to update to the latest version of the software that resolves the CVE-2025-23948 vulnerability.

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