CVE-2025-49538

ColdFusion | XML Injection (aka Blind XPath Injection) (CWE-91)

Description

ColdFusion versions 2025.2, 2023.14, 2021.20 and earlier are affected by an XML Injection vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary file system read. An attacker can exploit this issue by injecting crafted XML or XPath queries to access unauthorized files or lead to denial of service. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction, and attack must have access to shared secrets.

Category

7.4
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: Adobe ColdFusion
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb25-69.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-49538?
CVE-2025-49538 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-49538?
To fix CVE-2025-49538, 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-2025-49538 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-49538 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-2025-49538?
CVE-2025-49538 affects Adobe ColdFusion.
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