CVE-2025-48489: FreeScout Vulnerable to Stored XSS

Published May 30, 2025
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Updated

FreeScout is a free self-hosted help desk and shared mailbox. Prior to version 1.8.180, the application is vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks due to insufficient data validation and sanitization during data reception. This issue has been patched in version 1.8.180.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Freescout freescout<1.8.180
Freescout freescout<1.8.180

Event History

May 30, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:18 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:18 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48489?

CVE-2025-48489 has a medium severity level due to its potential for Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-48489?

To fix CVE-2025-48489, upgrade to FreeScout version 1.8.180 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-48489?

CVE-2025-48489 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by insufficient data validation and sanitization.

4

Which versions of FreeScout are affected by CVE-2025-48489?

FreeScout versions prior to 1.8.180 are affected by CVE-2025-48489.

5

Why is CVE-2025-48489 a security concern?

CVE-2025-48489 is a security concern because it allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session, compromising data integrity and user safety.

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