CVE-2025-2294
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitKubio AI Page Builder <= 2.5.1 - Unauthenticated Local File Inclusion
Published Mar 28, 2025 · Updated Apr 8, 2026 · Also known as 2fb44c6e-520e-4a9f-9987-8b770feb710d, TR-25-0082
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2025-2294 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting kubio (wordpress-plugin), Kubio AI Page Builder.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Mar 27, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including kubio 2.5.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
78%
Higher than 99.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The Kubio AI Page Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.1 via thekubio_hybrid_theme_load_template function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Mar 27, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Jun 6, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| kubiowordpress-plugin | See advisory | 2.5.2 |
| Kubio AI Page Builder | See advisory | n/a |
Patched Releases
kubio
2.5.2
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Mar 27, 2025
Publicly disclosed
Mar 28, 2025
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jun 6, 2025
Last updated
Apr 8, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
References
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-2294
- advisoryUSOM advisory
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2fb44c6e-520e-4a9f-9987-8b770feb710d?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2fb44c6e-520e-4a9f-9987-8b770feb710d?source=api-scan
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Kubio AI Page Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.1 via thekubio_hybrid_theme_load_template function.
Affected: kubio (wordpress-plugin); Kubio AI Page Builder. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Mar 27, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including kubio 2.5.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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