CVE-2025-65474 in EasyImages
Summary
by MITRE • 12/11/2025
An arbitrary file rename vulnerability in the /admin/manager.php component of EasyImages 2.0 v2.8.6 and below allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via renaming a PHP file to a SVG format.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/20/2025
The vulnerability CVE-2025-65474 represents a critical arbitrary file rename flaw within the EasyImages 2.0 content management system version 2.8.6 and earlier releases. This vulnerability exists within the administrative manager.php component that handles file operations, specifically the file renaming functionality. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation and inadequate file type restrictions during the renaming process, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate file extensions and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker leverages the file renaming feature to convert a legitimate PHP file into an SVG format. This transformation enables attackers to bypass standard security measures that typically filter or restrict PHP file uploads, as SVG files are commonly allowed for image processing purposes. The vulnerability directly maps to CWE-434, which describes insecure file upload or handling of files with dangerous extensions, and specifically relates to CWE-74, representing injection flaws that allow attackers to inject malicious content into files. The attack vector operates through the administrative interface where legitimate users with access can perform file operations, making this a privilege escalation vulnerability that can be exploited by both authenticated and unauthenticated attackers depending on the system configuration.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted. Successful exploitation allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected server, potentially leading to complete system compromise, data exfiltration, and persistent backdoor installation. The vulnerability can be leveraged to upload malicious PHP files disguised as SVG images, which then execute within the web server context. This creates a persistent threat vector that can be used for ongoing reconnaissance, lateral movement, and establishment of command and control infrastructure. The attack pattern aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which describes exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications, and T1059, covering the execution of malicious code through various system interfaces.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-65474 must address both immediate remediation and long-term security improvements. Organizations should immediately upgrade to a patched version of EasyImages 2.0 or implement comprehensive input validation controls that prevent file extension manipulation during renaming operations. The solution requires implementing strict file type validation that rejects any attempt to rename files with executable extensions to non-executable formats without proper authorization. Security measures should include disabling file renaming capabilities for sensitive file types, implementing proper file extension checks, and ensuring that the system enforces content-type validation rather than relying solely on file extension. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls with specific rules to block suspicious file rename operations and establishing proper access controls that limit administrative privileges to trusted users will significantly reduce the attack surface. Regular security audits should verify that file operations are properly sanitized and that no bypass mechanisms exist in the file handling processes.