CuppaCMS - RCE (CVE-2022-25485)

CVE-2022-25485 is a local file inclusion vulnerability in CuppaCMS v1.0, specifically through the url parameter in /alerts/alertLightbox.php. This flaw could allow attackers to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to remote code execution, data theft, or further compromise of the affected system.

CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 17th of June 2026.

According to CrowdSec data, while opportunistic exploitation dominates, a portion of threat actors trying to exploit CVE-2022-25485 apply basic targeting methods such as port or service detection. This indicates emerging patterns of selective targeting. CrowdSec data also reveals a clear uptick in attacks involving CVE-2022-25485 over the past week. Activity is above the usual baseline, suggesting growing attention from attackers. This may reflect rising awareness, recent exploit releases, or expanded targeting efforts.

Attackers exploit the /alerts/alertLightbox.php endpoint by sending POST requests with the url parameter containing directory traversal sequences to include sensitive local files. This technique is commonly used to access files like /etc/passwd on vulnerable Cuppa CMS installations.