CVE-2025-1087: Arbitrary Code Execution in Kong Insomnia Desktop Application

Published May 9, 2025
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Updated

Kong Insomnia Desktop Application before 11.0.2 contains a template injection vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code. The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input when processing template strings, which can lead to arbitrary JavaScript execution in the context of the application.

Affected Software

1 affected component
kong Insomnia Desktop Application<11.0.2

Event History

May 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:37 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:37 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-1087?

CVE-2025-1087 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-1087?

To fix CVE-2025-1087, update the Kong Insomnia Desktop Application to version 11.0.2 or later.

3

What versions of the Kong Insomnia Desktop Application are affected by CVE-2025-1087?

CVE-2025-1087 affects all versions of the Kong Insomnia Desktop Application prior to 11.0.2.

4

What causes the CVE-2025-1087 vulnerability?

CVE-2025-1087 is caused by insufficient validation of user-supplied input when processing template strings.

5

Can CVE-2025-1087 allow remote code execution?

Yes, CVE-2025-1087 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely if exploited.

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