CVE-2025-61823

CVE-2025-61823 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Adobe Coldfusion with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2. 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-611.

Key facts

Description

ColdFusion versions 2025.4, 2023.16, 2021.22 and earlier are affected by an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary file system read. A high privileged attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive files and data on the server. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction and scope is changed.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-61823?
ColdFusion versions 2025.4, 2023.16, 2021.22 and earlier are affected by an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary file system read. A high privileged attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive files and data on the server. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction and scope is changed.
How severe is CVE-2025-61823?
CVE-2025-61823 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2025-61823 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-61823?
CVE-2025-61823 primarily affects Adobe Coldfusion. In total, 45 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-61823?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2025-61823 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-61823 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-202348.
When was CVE-2025-61823 published?
CVE-2025-61823 was published on 2025-12-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (45)

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