CVE-2025-31487: The XWiki JIRA extension allows data leak through an XXE attack by using a fake JIRA server
First published: Thu Apr 03 2025(Updated: )
### Impact If the JIRA macro is installed, any logged in XWiki user could edit his/her user profile wiki page and use that JIRA macro, specifying a fake JIRA URL that returns an XML specifying a DOCTYPE pointing to a local file on the XWiki server host and displaying that file's content in one of the returned JIRA fields (such as the summary or description for example). For example: ``` <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <!DOCTYPE foo [ <!ENTITY xxe SYSTEM "file:///etc/passwd"> ]> <rss version="0.92"> ... <item> <title>&xxe;</title> <link>https://jira.xwiki.org/browse/XE-307</link> <project id="10222" key="XE">{RETIRED} XWiki Enterprise</project> <description>&xxe;</description> <environment/> ... ``` ### Patches The vulnerability has been patched in the JIRA Extension v8.6.5. ### Workarounds No easy workaround except to upgrade (which is easy using the XWiki Extension Manager). ### References * https://github.com/xwiki-contrib/jira/commit/98a74c2a516b42689c73b13ecd94e9c1998fa9cb and https://github.com/xwiki-contrib/jira/commit/5049e352d16f8356734de70daf1202301f170ee6 * https://jira.xwiki.org/browse/JIRA-49 ### For more information If you have any questions or comments about this advisory: * Open an issue in [Jira XWiki.org](https://jira.xwiki.org/) * Email us at [Security Mailing List](mailto:security@xwiki.org)
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| XWiki JIRA Extension | <8.6.5 | |
| maven/org.xwiki.contrib.jira:jira-macro-default | >=4.2<8.5.6 | 8.5.6 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/xwiki-contrib/jira/security/advisories/GHSA-wc53-4255-gw3f
- https://github.com/xwiki-contrib/jira/commit/5049e352d16f8356734de70daf1202301f170ee6
- https://github.com/xwiki-contrib/jira/commit/98a74c2a516b42689c73b13ecd94e9c1998fa9cb
- https://jira.xwiki.org/browse/JIRA-49
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-31487
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-wc53-4255-gw3f (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-31487?
CVE-2025-31487 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to potential unauthorized access to sensitive user data.
How do I fix CVE-2025-31487?
To fix CVE-2025-31487, upgrade the XWiki JIRA Extension to version 8.6.6 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-31487?
Any XWiki user with the JIRA macro enabled in versions up to but not including 8.6.6 is at risk from CVE-2025-31487.
What impact does CVE-2025-31487 have on XWiki users?
CVE-2025-31487 allows attackers to exploit fake JIRA URLs, potentially leading to the disclosure of user profile information.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-31487?
Disabling the JIRA macro until an upgrade can be performed serves as a temporary workaround for CVE-2025-31487.
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