CVE-2025-41751
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-12-09
Last updated on: 2025-12-09
Assigner: CERT VDE
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| phoenix_contact | fl_switch | 3.50 |
| phoenix_contact | fl_switch | 3.1 |
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Exploitability
| 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. |
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this XSS vulnerability in pxc_portCntr.php, immediate steps include avoiding clicking on suspicious links sent by unauthenticated attackers and ensuring that only trusted users access the web based management interface. Since the vulnerability affects device configuration parameters via the web application, restricting access to the management interface and educating users about phishing attempts can help. Additionally, monitor for firmware updates or patches from the vendor addressing this issue and apply them promptly once available.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the pxc_portCntr.php component. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit it by tricking an authenticated user into clicking a malicious link. This can lead to changes in device configuration parameters accessible via the web-based management interface. However, the attacker cannot access system-level resources or take over the user's session because the session cookie is protected by the httpOnly flag.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow an attacker to manipulate device configuration parameters through the web-based management interface by deceiving an authenticated user. This could lead to unauthorized changes in device settings, potentially affecting device behavior or security. However, it does not allow access to operating system internals, privileged functions, or session hijacking.