CVE-2025-61261
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2025-61261 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in CKeditor v46.1.0 & Angular v18.0.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of a user's browser via injecting a crafted payload.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in CKeditor v46.1.0 & Angular v18.0.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of a user's browser via injecting a crafted payload.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Angular | Angular | 18.0.0 |
| Ckeditor | Ckeditor5 | 46.1.0 |
References
- https://senscybersecurity.nl/cve-2025-61261-explained/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-61261?
A reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in CKeditor v46.1.0 & Angular v18.0.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of a user's browser via injecting a crafted payload.
How severe is CVE-2025-61261?
CVE-2025-61261 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-61261?
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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