CVE-2025-67288: Malicious File Upload

Published Dec 22, 2025
·
Updated

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in Umbraco CMS v16.3.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a crafted PDF file. NOTE: this is disputed by the Supplier because the responsibility for file validation (as shown in the documentation) belongs to the system administrator who is implementing Umbraco CMS in their environment, not to Umbraco CMS itself.

Other sources

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in Umbraco CMS v16.3.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted PDF file.

GitHub

Affected Software

3 affected components
Umbraco Umbraco CMS
nuget/Umbraco.Cms<=16.3.3
Umbraco Umbraco CMS=16.3.3

Event History

Dec 22, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Advisory Published
via GitHub·09:30 PM
Data Sourced
via GitHub·09:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-67288?

CVE-2025-67288 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-67288?

To fix CVE-2025-67288, upgrade Umbraco CMS to version 16.3.4 or later.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2025-67288 enable?

CVE-2025-67288 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server by uploading a specially crafted PDF file.

4

Which versions of Umbraco CMS are affected by CVE-2025-67288?

CVE-2025-67288 affects Umbraco CMS versions up to and including 16.3.3.

5

Is CVE-2025-67288 a denial of service vulnerability?

No, CVE-2025-67288 is not a denial of service vulnerability; it is an arbitrary file upload vulnerability allowing code execution.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203