CVE-2025-9158: Stored XSS in Request Tracker

Published Oct 24, 2025
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Updated

The Request Tracker software is vulnerable to a Stored XSS vulnerability in calendar invitation parsing feature, which displays invitation data without HTML sanitization. XSS vulnerability allows an attacker to send a specifically crafted e-mail enabling JavaScript code execution by displaying the ticket in the context of the logged-in user.

This vulnerability affects versions from 5.0.4 through 5.0.8 and from 6.0.0 through 6.0.1.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Best Practical Solutions Request Tracker>=5.0.4<=5.0.8, >=6.0.0<=6.0.1

Event History

Oct 24, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 27, 57989
Event
via FIRST·11:12 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-9158?

CVE-2025-9158 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for executing malicious JavaScript code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-9158?

To mitigate CVE-2025-9158, upgrade to the latest version of Request Tracker beyond 5.0.8 or 6.0.1, which includes the necessary patches.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2025-9158?

CVE-2025-9158 affects Best Practical Solutions Request Tracker versions between 5.0.4 and 5.0.8, as well as 6.0.0 and 6.0.1.

4

What type of attack can CVE-2025-9158 enable?

CVE-2025-9158 can enable stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks through calendar invitation parsing.

5

Can CVE-2025-9158 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-9158 can be exploited remotely if an attacker sends a crafted email to the affected system.

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