Vulnerability Report
Theme High Patch path listed CVE-2025-62053

Houzez < 4.2.0 - Unauthenticated Local File Inclusion

The Houzez theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in versions up to 4.2.0. 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.

Quick Answer

CVE-2025-62053 is a high severity with CVSS 8.1 Local File Inclusion issue affecting the Theme Houzez. It affects Versions before 4.2.0 and is fixed in 4.2.0.

Published
Oct 16, 2025
Last Updated
Oct 29, 2025
Slug
houzez
Risk Profile
8.1 CVSS Score
Weakness
Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
Researchers
João Pedro Soares de Alcântara
Operational Summary

What the operator needs to know

Patch Status
Patched release is available
Remediation
Update to version 4.2.0, or a newer patched version
Operator Briefing

CVE-2025-62053 is tracked for the Theme Houzez as high severity with CVSS 8.1. The affected range is Versions before 4.2.0. Update Houzez to 4.2.0 or newer where that version is compatible with the site.

Issue Type
Local File Inclusion
Primary Fixed Version
4.2.0
Primary Affected Range
Versions before 4.2.0
Tracking ID
CVE-2025-62053
Detailed Metadata
Software Type Theme
Software Slug
CVE CVE-2025-62053
Patched Versions
4.2.0
Affected Versions
Versions before 4.2.0
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