Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Emlog Product by Emlog Team
CVE-2025-5886

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Emlog

Status
Emlog
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 June 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-5886?

A significant cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in Emlog versions up to 2.5.7, particularly affecting the processing of the /admin/article.php file. This issue allows attackers to manipulate the 'active_post' parameter, potentially leading to unauthorized script execution in the context of the user's browser. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, posing a substantial risk since it allows attackers to execute malicious scripts without requiring user interaction. Given the public disclosure of this exploit, it is imperative for users to review their security measures and apply the necessary updates.

Affected Version(s)

Emlog 2.5.0

Emlog 2.5.1

Emlog 2.5.2

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-2025-5886 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.311657
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.311657
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.571804
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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

god_mellon (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-5886 : Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Emlog Product by Emlog Team