CVE-2025-52609
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Missing Security Headers in HCL iControl Enable XSS Attacks

Publication date: 2026-06-04

Last updated on: 2026-06-04

Assigner: HCL Software

Description
HCL iControl was affected by Missing Security Headers vulnerability. which lead to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by enabling the built-in XSS filtering mechanisms of modern web browsers.
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Published
2026-06-04
Last Modified
2026-06-04
Generated
2026-06-24
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2026-06-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-23
NVD
CVE-2025-52609
EUVD
EUVD-2025-210060
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Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
hcltech icontrol 4.0.0
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CWE ID Description
CWE-693 The product does not use or incorrectly uses a protection mechanism that provides sufficient defense against directed attacks against the product.
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Compliance Impact

The provided information does not specify how the Missing Security Headers vulnerability in HCL iControl impacts compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.

Executive Summary

The vulnerability in HCL iControl is due to missing security headers which leads to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. This means that the absence of certain security headers allows attackers to bypass the built-in XSS filtering mechanisms of modern web browsers, potentially enabling malicious scripts to run.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to execute cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. Such attacks can lead to the injection and execution of malicious scripts in your web browser, which may result in unauthorized actions, data manipulation, or theft of sensitive information.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate the Missing Security Headers vulnerability in HCL iControl, it is recommended to follow the guidance provided in the official HCL security bulletin.

This may include applying patches or updates released by HCL that address the security headers issue and prevent cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

Additionally, reviewing and configuring web server security headers to enable built-in XSS filtering mechanisms of modern browsers can help reduce risk.

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