CVE-2025-64999: Cross-site scripting in HTML logs of Synthetic Monitoring test services

Published Feb 26, 2026
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Updated

Improper neutralization of input in Checkmk versions 2.4.0 before 2.4.0p22, and 2.3.0 before 2.3.0p43 allows an attacker that can manipulate a host's check output to inject malicious JavaScript into the Synthetic Monitoring HTML logs, which can then be accessed via a crafted phishing link.

Affected Software

79 affected components
Checkmk Checkmk<2.4.0p22
Checkmk Checkmk<2.3.0p43
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-b1
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-b2
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-b3
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-b4
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-b5
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-b6
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p1
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p10
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p11
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p12
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p13
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p14
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p15
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p16
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p17
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p18
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p19
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p2
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p20
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p21
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p22
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p23
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p24
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p25
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p26
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p27
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p28
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p29
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p3
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p30
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p31
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p32
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p33
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p34
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p35
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p36
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p37
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p38
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p39
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p4
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p40
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p41
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p42
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p5
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p6
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p7
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p8
Checkmk Checkmk=2.3.0-p9
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-b1
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-b2
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-b3
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-b4
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-b5
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-b6
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p1
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p10
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p11
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p12
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p13
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p14
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p15
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p16
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p17
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p18
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p19
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p2
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p20
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p21
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p3
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p4
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p5
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p6
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p7
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p8
Checkmk Checkmk=2.4.0-p9

Event History

Feb 26, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:26 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:26 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-64999?

CVE-2025-64999 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution through JavaScript injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-64999?

To fix CVE-2025-64999, update Checkmk to version 2.4.0p22 or 2.3.0p43 or later.

3

What impact does CVE-2025-64999 have on affected software?

CVE-2025-64999 allows an attacker to inject malicious JavaScript into HTML logs, posing risks to users accessing those logs.

4

Which versions of Checkmk are affected by CVE-2025-64999?

Checkmk versions prior to 2.4.0p22 and 2.3.0p43 are affected by CVE-2025-64999.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-64999 while waiting for a patch?

There is no known effective workaround for CVE-2025-64999, so upgrading to the patched versions is recommended.

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