Authenticated Command Injection Vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager
CVE-2025-9223

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Zohocorp
Status
Manageengine Applications Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 November 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-9223?

Zoho's ManageEngine Applications Manager, specifically versions 178100 and earlier, is susceptible to an authenticated command injection vulnerability. This security flaw arises from incorrect configurations in the execute program action feature. Attackers with authenticated access could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands, posing a significant threat to the integrity and confidentiality of the system. Users are strongly advised to apply available patches and updates to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

ManageEngine Applications Manager 0 < 178200

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-2025-9223
Created by networkkiller

References

https://www.manageengine.com/products/applications_manage...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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