Open Source Geospatial Server Vulnerability in GeoServer by OSGeo
CVE-2024-40625

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Geoserver

Status
Geoserver
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 June 2025

What is CVE-2024-40625?

GeoServer is an open-source server designed for managing and sharing geospatial data. A flaw in the Coverage REST API endpoint allows attackers to upload files via a specified URL without any restrictions when using a method set to 'url'. This creates potential for unauthorized data manipulation and intrusion. The vulnerability has been addressed in GeoServer version 2.26.0, ensuring enhanced security measures to protect users against such attacks.

Affected Version(s)

geoserver < 2.26.0

References

https://github.com/geoserver/geoserver/security/advisorie...
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https://osgeo-org.atlassian.net/browse/GEOS-11468
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https://osgeo-org.atlassian.net/browse/GEOS-11717
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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