Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in SimpleMachines SMF by SimpleMachines
CVE-2025-2583

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Simplemachines

Status
Smf
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 March 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-2583?

A vulnerability exists in SimpleMachines SMF version 2.1.4, specifically within the ManageNews.php file. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate the 'subject' and 'message' arguments, leading to potential cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. The exploitation of this vulnerability can be initiated remotely, exposing users to malicious scripts that could compromise their browsing experience and security. The details of this vulnerability have been made public, highlighting the need for immediate attention and remediation by affected users.

Affected Version(s)

SMF 2.1.4

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-2583 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2025-2583 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.300543
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.300543
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.512001
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CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Fewwords (VulDB User)
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