CVE-2025-15633
Improper Authorization in HCL BigFix WebUI Exposes Sensitive Data
Publication date: 2026-05-09
Last updated on: 2026-05-09
Assigner: HCL Software
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| hcl | bigfix_webui | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-863 | The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an improper authorization issue in HCL BigFix WebUI. It allows an authenticated user who does not have Master Operator privileges to access internal data such as site names, versions, and configuration variables. This happens because certain endpoints are unprotected and lack adequate security headers, enabling users to bypass privilege requirements.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability is that users with lower privileges can gain unauthorized access to sensitive internal data within the HCL BigFix WebUI. This could lead to exposure of configuration details and site information that should be restricted, potentially aiding further attacks or misuse of the system.