Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Simple Forum by Code-Projects
CVE-2025-6849

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Code-projects

Status
Simple Forum
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 June 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-6849?

A cross-site scripting vulnerability is present in the Simple Forum product version 1.0, specifically in the function handling requests through /forum_edit1.php. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate the 'text' argument, potentially enabling the execution of malicious scripts in the web browser of an unsuspecting user. As a result, this can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information or facilitate further attacks. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, heightening the risk for users of the affected software.

Affected Version(s)

Simple Forum 1.0

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-2025-6849 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.314292
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.314292
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.603351
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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

ez-lbz (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-6849 : Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Simple Forum by Code-Projects