External risk intelligence

AcBakImzala PHP Local File Inclusion Vulnerability

CVE advisorySeverity: CRITICAL (CVSS 9.8)

CVE-2025-11023

A vulnerability in AcBakImzala may allow attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files. This could expose sensitive system information or alter application behavior. Readers should determine if AcBakImzala is in use within their environment and assess potential exposure.

4Halo Surface Signal

External exposure likelihood

Halo Surface Signal score for CVE-2025-11023

The vulnerability involves PHP Local File Inclusion in a web-based application (AcBakImzala). Such software is typically deployed as a web application intended to be accessible via network, making it likely to be reachable from the internet or an external-facing network segment in common deployment scenarios.

PCI scan relevance

PCI Relevance for CVE-2025-11023

Yes

CVE-2025-11023 — Halo PCI Relevance: Yes. Under typical PCI ASV external scan criteria, this issue may be flagged for scan prioritization.

This vulnerability involves PHP Remote File Inclusion, which can lead to a remote code execution. Such vulnerabilities typically cause an ASV scan failure during PCI assessments.

Scan-prioritization guidance only—not a PCI DSS certification or ASV attestation.

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

A vulnerability has been identified in AcBakImzala software that could allow unauthorized access to files on the system. This issue is related to how the software handles file requests, potentially enabling attackers to read sensitive information or even execute code. The main concern at this time is to confirm if this specific software is in use and assess any potential exposure.

  • Remote attackers can access system files.
  • Understand if AcBakImzala is in use.
  • Confirm relevance and assess potential exposure.

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted requests over the network to a vulnerable AcBakImzala application. The flaw allows the application to incorrectly process filenames, potentially leading to the inclusion of unintended local files. Successful exploitation could result in a compromise of the application's integrity and confidentiality.

  • No authentication or user interaction needed.
  • Vulnerable filename handling in PHP.
  • Remote code execution and data theft.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated attacker to include and execute arbitrary local files from the server when the AcBakImzala application is configured to support it. This could expose sensitive system information or alter application behavior.

  • Server files could be exposed.
  • Arbitrary file inclusion is possible.
  • Compromised application integrity or data leakage.

Priority actions

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

This vulnerability, affecting AcBakImzala, likely impacts application owners or platform teams responsible for the PHP environment. The first practical step is to inventory all instances of AcBakImzala, determine their exposure and criticality, and identify the accountable owner to plan remediation.

  • Application owners should confirm inventory.
  • Verify system reachability and business criticality.
  • Plan remediation based on risk.

Frequently asked questions

What is AcBakImzala software and what is it used for?

AcBakImzala is a software product developed by ArkSigner Software and Hardware Inc. While the provided context doesn't detail its specific use, it appears to be a PHP-based application. Vulnerabilities within such applications can sometimes relate to processing user input or managing files.

How does the CVE-2025-11023 vulnerability affect AcBakImzala?

CVE-2025-11023 is a PHP Local File Inclusion vulnerability. This means an attacker could trick the AcBakImzala application into including and potentially executing unintended local files from the server, rather than the files it's supposed to access. This weakness is categorized as CWE-98 and CWE-829.

What are the preconditions for an attacker to exploit this vulnerability?

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability without needing authentication or user interaction. The flaw lies in how the application handles filenames in PHP, allowing specially crafted requests to trigger the issue. The vulnerability is not triggered if the application correctly validates filenames.

Who should be concerned about the CVE-2025-11023 vulnerability?

Organizations running AcBakImzala, especially versions before v5.1.4, should be concerned. The Halo Surface Signal indicates this vulnerability is 'Likely' to be external-facing, meaning it could potentially be reached from the internet, increasing the risk of exploitation.

What is the first step for responding to this AcBakImzala vulnerability?

The initial practical step is for application owners and platform teams to confirm if AcBakImzala is in use within their environment. Following this, they should inventory all instances, determine their network exposure, and identify the business criticality to plan for remediation.

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