phpMyFAQ - Information Disclosure (CVE-2025-69200)

CVE-2025-69200 is an information disclosure vulnerability in phpMyFAQ versions prior to 4.0.16, where unauthenticated remote attackers can generate and download a backup ZIP containing sensitive configuration files, including database credentials. This flaw exposes critical information that could be leveraged for further attacks, such as unauthorized database access or full system compromise.

CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 14th of January 2026.

Insights from the CrowdSec network reveal that the attackers trying to exploit CVE-2025-69200 are composed of a fairly even mix of opportunistic and targeted actors. Some attackers employ preliminary reconnaissance, while others use indiscriminate scanning. Data from the CrowdSec community also indicates a gradual decrease in attacks targeting CVE-2025-69200. While still present in the wild, exploitation levels have dropped noticeably week-over-week. This may signal that the vulnerability is becoming less relevant or that defenses are improving fast enough for attackers to lose interest.

Attackers exploit unauthenticated POST requests to the /api/setup/backup endpoint to generate and download configuration backup ZIP files, exposing sensitive phpMyFAQ configuration data.