CVE-2025-25016
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2025-25016 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Unrestricted file upload in Kibana allows an authenticated attacker to compromise software integrity by uploading a crafted malicious file due to insufficient server-side validation.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unrestricted file upload in Kibana allows an authenticated attacker to compromise software integrity by uploading a crafted malicious file due to insufficient server-side validation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Elastic | Kibana | >= 7.17.0, < 7.17.19 |
| Elastic | Kibana | >= 8.0.0, < 8.13.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-25016?
Unrestricted file upload in Kibana allows an authenticated attacker to compromise software integrity by uploading a crafted malicious file due to insufficient server-side validation.
How severe is CVE-2025-25016?
CVE-2025-25016 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-25016?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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