Cleartext Storage Vulnerability in Exrick xboot by Exrick
CVE-2025-8528

6.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Exrick

Status
Xboot
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-8528?

A significant vulnerability has been identified in Exrick xboot versions up to 3.3.4, specifically within the function located at /xboot/permission/getMenuList. This flaw allows for the cleartext storage of sensitive user information within cookies, potentially exposing it to unauthorized access. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, although the complexity of executing an attack is relatively high and may require specialized knowledge. The exploit has been made public, drawing attention to the need for immediate remediation to protect sensitive data from possible breaches.

Affected Version(s)

xboot 3.3.0

xboot 3.3.1

xboot 3.3.2

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-2025-8528 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.318654
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.318654
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.622175
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

ZAST.AI (VulDB User)
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