How severe is CVE-2023-25260?

CVE-2023-25260 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-25260 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-25260?

CVE-2023-25260 primarily affects Stimulsoft Designer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-25260?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2023-25260 published?

CVE-2023-25260 was published on 2023-03-28 and last updated on 2026-07-05.

CVE-2023-25260

CVE-2023-25260 is a high-severity vulnerability in Stimulsoft Designer with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-552.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-552
Affected product: Stimulsoft Designer
Published: 2023-03-28
Last modified: 2026-07-05

Description

Stimulsoft Designer (Web) 2023.1.3 is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-25260?: Stimulsoft Designer (Web) 2023.1.3 is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion.
How severe is CVE-2023-25260?: CVE-2023-25260 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-25260 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-25260?: CVE-2023-25260 primarily affects Stimulsoft Designer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-25260?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2023-25260 published?: CVE-2023-25260 was published on 2023-03-28 and last updated on 2026-07-05.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:stimulsoft:designer:2023.1.3:*:*:*:web:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:stimulsoft:designer:2023.1.4:*:*:*:web:*:*:*

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