CVE-2025-5138: Bitwarden PDF File cross site scripting

Published May 25, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in Bitwarden up to 2.25.1. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the component PDF File Handler. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The real existence of this vulnerability is still doubted at the moment. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Bitwarden Bitwarden<=2.25.1

Event History

May 25, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:31 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:31 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-5138?

CVE-2025-5138 is considered a problematic vulnerability that allows for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-5138?

To mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2025-5138, it is recommended to update Bitwarden to a version later than 2.25.1.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2025-5138?

CVE-2025-5138 affects the PDF File Handler component of Bitwarden.

4

Can CVE-2025-5138 be exploited remotely?

Yes, the exploitation of CVE-2025-5138 can be launched remotely.

5

What does CVE-2025-5138 allow an attacker to do?

CVE-2025-5138 allows an attacker to perform cross-site scripting attacks.

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