CVE-2025-24853

Apache JSPWiki: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in JSPWiki Header Link processing

Description

A carefully crafted request when creating a header link using the wiki markup syntax, which could allow the attacker to execute javascript in the victim's browser and get some sensitive information about the victim. Further research by the JSPWiki team showed that the markdown parser allowed this kind of attack too. Apache JSPWiki users should upgrade to 2.12.3 or later.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache JSPWiki
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://jspwiki-wiki.apache.org/Wiki.jsp?page=CVE-2025-24853 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-24853?
CVE-2025-24853 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-24853?
To fix CVE-2025-24853, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-24853 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-24853 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-24853?
CVE-2025-24853 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache JSPWiki.
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