CVE-2025-51663: High severity FileCodeBox FileCodeBox vulnerability

Published Nov 19, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability found in IPRateLimit implementation of FileCodeBox up to 2.2 allows remote attackers to bypass ip-based rate limit protection and failed attempt restrictions by faking X-Real-IP and X-Forwarded-For HTTP headers. This can enable attackers to perform DoS attacks or brute force share codes.

Affected Software

2 affected components
FileCodeBox FileCodeBox<=2.2
Lanol Filecodebox<=2.2

Event History

Nov 19, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via OSV·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-51663?

The severity of CVE-2025-51663 is considered high due to its potential to allow remote DoS attacks and brute force exploits.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-51663?

To fix CVE-2025-51663, update to the latest version of FileCodeBox beyond 2.2 where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2025-51663?

CVE-2025-51663 can be exploited for denial-of-service (DoS) attacks and brute force attempts by bypassing rate limiting.

4

Which versions of FileCodeBox are affected by CVE-2025-51663?

FileCodeBox versions up to and including 2.2 are affected by CVE-2025-51663.

5

Can CVE-2025-51663 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-51663 can be exploited remotely by attackers manipulating HTTP headers.

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