CVE-2025-31979

A File Upload Validation Bypass vulnerability has been identified in the HCL BigFix Service Management (SM)

Description

A File Upload Validation Bypass vulnerability has been identified in the HCL BigFix SM, where the application fails to properly enforce file type restrictions during the upload process. An attacker may exploit this flaw to upload malicious or unauthorized files, such as scripts, executables, or web shells, by bypassing client-side or server-side validation mechanisms.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: HCL Software BigFix Service Management (SM)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.hcl-software.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0123631

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-31979?
CVE-2025-31979 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-31979?
To fix CVE-2025-31979, 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-2025-31979 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-31979 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-2025-31979?
CVE-2025-31979 affects HCL Software BigFix Service Management (SM).
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