Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in WebWork by INOC
CVE-2025-40642

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Webwork

Status
Webwork PHP Script
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-40642?

The reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebWork enables remote attackers to inject malicious scripts via the 'q' and 'engine' parameters in the /search functionality. This flaw could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising user data and session information. It is crucial for users of affected WebWork versions to apply security patches and follow best practices to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

WebWork PHP script all versions

References

https://www.incibe.es/en/incibe-cert/notices/aviso/reflec...

CVSS V4

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Gonzalo Aguilar Garcia (6h4ack)
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CVE-2025-40642 : Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in WebWork by INOC