CVE-2025-14340: Admin Account Takeover via malicious URL payload

Published Feb 18, 2026
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Updated

Cross-site scripting in REST Management Interface in Payara Server <4.1.2.191.54, <5.83.0, <6.34.0, <7.2026.1 allows an attacker to mislead the administrator to change the admin password via URL Payload.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Payara Payara Server<4.1.2.191.54, <5.83.0, <6.34.0, <7.2026.1

Remediation

Information

You must upgrade to an unaffected version.

Event History

Feb 18, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:39 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability CVE-2025-14340?

CVE-2025-14340 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability in the REST Management Interface of the Payara Server that allows an attacker to take over admin accounts via a malicious URL payload.

2

What versions of Payara Server are affected by CVE-2025-14340?

Payara Server versions prior to 4.1.2.191.54, 5.83.0, 6.34.0, and 7.2026.1 are affected by CVE-2025-14340.

3

How can I fix CVE-2025-14340?

To fix CVE-2025-14340, upgrade your Payara Server to a version that is not vulnerable, specifically to version 4.1.2.191.54 or higher.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-14340 on my system?

The potential impacts of CVE-2025-14340 include unauthorized access to admin accounts, which can lead to further compromise of the system.

5

Who should be concerned about CVE-2025-14340?

Administrators and users of affected Payara Server versions should be concerned about CVE-2025-14340 to prevent unauthorized account access.

Contact

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