CVE-2025-2538

BUG-000174336

Description

A hardcoded credential vulnerability exists in a specific deployment pattern for Esri Portal for ArcGIS versions 11.4 and below that may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to gain administrative access to the system.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.11%
Affected: Esri Portal for ArcGIS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.esri.com/arcgis-blog/products/trust-arcgis/administration/portal-for-arcgis-security-2025-update-1-patch/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2538?
CVE-2025-2538 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-2538?
To fix CVE-2025-2538, 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-2025-2538 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-2538 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-2025-2538?
CVE-2025-2538 affects Esri Portal for ArcGIS.
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