CVE-2025-6509
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-23
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
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| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-79 | The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users. |
| CWE-94 | The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-6509 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the seaswalker spring-analysis project. It occurs in the echo function of the SimpleController.java file, where the user-supplied 'name' argument is embedded directly into the HTML output without proper sanitization or escaping. This allows attackers to inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript code in users' browsers when they visit the affected web page. [1, 2]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to malicious script execution in users' browsers, potentially allowing attackers to perform actions such as stealing session cookies, redirecting users to malicious sites, or performing actions on behalf of the user. Since the attack can be launched remotely and requires some user interaction, it poses a risk to data integrity and user security. [1, 2]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by testing the /echo endpoint of the seaswalker spring-analysis application for reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) via the 'name' parameter. You can use tools like curl or a web browser to send crafted requests that include JavaScript payloads in the 'name' argument and observe if the payload is executed or reflected unsanitized in the response. For example, using curl: curl -G --data-urlencode "name=<script>alert(1)</script>" http://<target>/echo and checking if the script tag is reflected in the response. Automated scanners or security testing tools that detect reflected XSS can also be used. [1, 2]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include avoiding use of the affected component or replacing it with an alternative product, as no known countermeasures or mitigations have been identified. Additionally, you can implement input validation and output encoding to sanitize the 'name' parameter before it is reflected in the HTML output. Applying web application firewalls (WAF) rules to detect and block XSS payloads targeting the /echo endpoint may also help reduce risk until a patch or update is available. [2]