CVE-2025-40685: Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Human Resource Management System

Published Jul 29, 2025
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Updated

Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Human Resource Management System version 1.0. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute JavaScript code in the victim's browser by sending a malicious URL through the 'searcstate' parameter in/state.php.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Human Resource Management System Human Resource Management System
oretnom23 Human Resource Management System=1.0

Event History

Jul 29, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:12 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-40685?

CVE-2025-40685 has a high severity rating as it allows for reflected cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-40685?

To fix CVE-2025-40685, validate and sanitize user inputs to mitigate the risks of reflected XSS attacks.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-40685?

CVE-2025-40685 affects Human Resource Management System version 1.0.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-40685?

The potential impacts of CVE-2025-40685 include unauthorized execution of JavaScript code in user browsers, leading to data theft or session hijacking.

5

How can I detect exploitation of CVE-2025-40685?

Exploitation of CVE-2025-40685 can be detected by monitoring for unusual URL parameters or unexpected JavaScript executions in user sessions.

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