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Publication date: 2025-11-14

Last updated on: 2025-11-17

Assigner: CERT.PL

Description

A vulnerability exists in QuickCMS version 6.8 where sensitive admin credentials are hardcoded in a configuration file and stored in plaintext. This flaw allows attackers with access to the source code or the server file system to retrieve authentication details, potentially leading to privilege escalation. The vendor was notified early about this vulnerability, but didn't respond with the details of vulnerability or vulnerable version range. Only version 6.8 was tested and confirmed as vulnerable, other versions were not tested and might also be vulnerable.

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Meta Information

Published

2025-11-14

Last Modified

2025-11-17

Generated

2026-07-06

AI Q&A

2025-11-14

EPSS Evaluated

2026-07-05

NVD

CVE-2025-9982

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
opensolution	quick.cms	6.8

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-256	The product stores a password in plaintext within resources such as memory or files.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in QuickCMS version 6.8 involves sensitive admin credentials being hardcoded in a configuration file and stored in plaintext. Attackers who gain access to the source code or server file system can retrieve these authentication details, which may allow them to escalate their privileges within the system.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to administrative credentials, enabling attackers to escalate their privileges and potentially take control of the system or perform unauthorized actions.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately restrict access to the server file system and source code to trusted personnel only. Remove or change any hardcoded admin credentials found in configuration files. Consider upgrading or patching QuickCMS if a fix becomes available, and monitor for unauthorized access attempts.

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