CVE-2025-55728: XWiki Remote Macros vulnerable to remote code execution using the panel macro

Published Sep 9, 2025
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Updated

XWiki Remote Macros provides XWiki rendering macros that are useful when migrating content from Confluence. Starting in version 1.0 and prior to version 1.26.5, missing escaping of the classes parameter in the panel macro allows remote code execution for any user who can edit any page The classes parameter is used without escaping in XWiki syntax, thus allowing XWiki syntax injection which enables remote code execution. Version 1.26.5 contains a patch for the issue.

Affected Software

2 affected components
XWiki Remote Macros>1.0<=1.26.5
XWiki Pro Macros>=1.0<1.26.5

Event History

Sep 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-55728?

CVE-2025-55728 has critical severity due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-55728?

To fix CVE-2025-55728, upgrade XWiki Remote Macros to version 1.26.5 or later.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2025-55728?

CVE-2025-55728 affects XWiki Remote Macros versions from 1.0 up to, but not including, 1.26.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-55728?

CVE-2025-55728 is a remote code execution vulnerability caused by missing escaping in the panel macro.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2025-55728?

Any user with edit permissions on affected pages in XWiki Remote Macros can exploit CVE-2025-55728.

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