CVE-2025-43559: ColdFusion | Improper Input Validation (CWE-20)

Published May 13, 2025
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Updated

ColdFusion versions 2025.1, 2023.13, 2021.19 and earlier are affected by an Improper Input Validation vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. A high-privileged attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass security mechanisms and execute code. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction and scope is changed.

Affected Software

37 affected components
Adobe ColdFusion<2025.1, <2023.13, <2021.19
Adobe ColdFusion=2021
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update1
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update10
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update11
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update12
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update13
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update14
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update15
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update16
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update17
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update18
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update19
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update2
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update3
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update4
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update5
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update6
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update7
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update8
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update9
Adobe ColdFusion=2023
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update1
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update10
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update11
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update12
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update13
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update2
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update3
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update4
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update5
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update6
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update7
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update8
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update9
Adobe ColdFusion=2025
Adobe ColdFusion=2025-update1

Event History

May 13, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-43559?

CVE-2025-43559 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-43559?

To fix CVE-2025-43559, you should update Adobe ColdFusion to the latest version recommended by Adobe.

3

Which versions of ColdFusion are affected by CVE-2025-43559?

CVE-2025-43559 affects ColdFusion versions 2025.1, 2023.13, 2021.19 and earlier.

4

What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2025-43559?

CVE-2025-43559 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user.

5

Is it necessary to implement additional security measures with CVE-2025-43559?

Yes, additional security measures should be considered alongside updating ColdFusion to mitigate risks from CVE-2025-43559.

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