CVE-2025-61823: ColdFusion | Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') (CWE-611)
ColdFusion versions 2025.4, 2023.16, 2021.22 and earlier are affected by an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary file system read. A high privileged attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive files and data on the server. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction and scope is changed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-61823?
CVE-2025-61823 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary file system read access.
How do I fix CVE-2025-61823?
To mitigate CVE-2025-61823, users should update Adobe ColdFusion to version 2025.4 or later.
What is the impact of CVE-2025-61823?
CVE-2025-61823 can allow attackers with high privileges to access sensitive files on the system.
Which versions of ColdFusion are affected by CVE-2025-61823?
CVE-2025-61823 affects ColdFusion versions 2025.4, 2023.16, 2021.22, and earlier.
Who can exploit CVE-2025-61823?
A high privileged attacker can exploit CVE-2025-61823 to gain unauthorized access to sensitive files.