CVE-2025-6563

CVE-2025-6563 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 4.8. 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-20.

Key facts

Description

A cross-site scripting vulnerability is present in the hotspot of MikroTik's RouterOS on versions below 7.19.2. An attacker can inject the `javascript` protocol in the `dst` parameter. When the victim browses to the malicious URL and logs in, the XSS executes. The POST request used to login, can also be converted to a GET request, allowing an attacker to send a specifically crafted URL that automatically logs in the victim (into the attacker's account) and triggers the payload.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-6563?
A cross-site scripting vulnerability is present in the hotspot of MikroTik's RouterOS on versions below 7.19.2. An attacker can inject the `javascript` protocol in the `dst` parameter. When the victim browses to the malicious URL and logs in, the XSS executes. The POST request used to login, can also be converted to a GET request, allowing an attacker to send a specifically crafted URL that automatically logs in the victim (into the attacker's account) and triggers the payload.
How severe is CVE-2025-6563?
CVE-2025-6563 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 4.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2025-6563 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-6563?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2025-6563 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-6563 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-19858.
When was CVE-2025-6563 published?
CVE-2025-6563 was published on 2025-07-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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