CVE-2025-0602 in Collaborative Industry Innovator
Summary
by MITRE • 05/30/2025
A stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting Compare in Collaborative Industry Innovator from Release 3DEXPERIENCE R2023x through Release 3DEXPERIENCE R2025x allows an attacker to execute arbitrary script code in user's browser session.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/30/2025
This vulnerability represents a critical stored cross-site scripting flaw within the Compare functionality of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, specifically impacting versions from R2023x through R2025x. The issue arises from insufficient input validation and output encoding mechanisms when processing user-supplied data within the collaborative innovation environment. Attackers can exploit this weakness by injecting malicious script payloads into comparison parameters or data fields that are subsequently rendered in user interfaces without proper sanitization. The vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1531 which focuses on manipulation of web services and application interfaces. The stored nature of this vulnerability means that malicious code persists in the application's database and executes whenever affected users view the compromised content, creating a persistent threat vector that can affect multiple users over time.
The technical implementation of this flaw involves the application's failure to properly escape or sanitize user input before rendering it in HTML contexts within the Compare module. When users engage with comparison features that involve product data, specifications, or collaborative elements, the system processes user-entered values without adequate security controls to prevent script injection. This creates an environment where attackers can embed malicious javascript payloads that execute in the context of other users' browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized data manipulation. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple script execution as it can be leveraged to bypass security controls and escalate privileges within the collaborative platform environment.
The operational implications of this stored XSS vulnerability are severe for organizations utilizing the 3DEXPERIENCE platform for collaborative engineering and innovation activities. Attackers can exploit this weakness to steal session cookies, execute unauthorized actions on behalf of users, or access sensitive project data that may contain proprietary intellectual property. The persistent nature of stored XSS means that once an attacker successfully injects malicious code, it will continue to affect any user who views the compromised comparison data, potentially affecting teams working on critical projects. This vulnerability undermines the security posture of collaborative environments where multiple stakeholders share sensitive design information and innovation data, creating opportunities for corporate espionage or data exfiltration.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including input validation and output encoding controls specifically targeting the Compare module functionality. The recommended approach involves sanitizing all user inputs through proper escaping mechanisms before storage and rendering, implementing content security policies to restrict script execution, and conducting regular security scanning of collaborative features. Security teams should also establish monitoring for unusual data patterns in comparison modules and implement least-privilege access controls for collaborative features. Additionally, users should be trained to recognize potential XSS indicators and report suspicious activities within the platform. The vulnerability's classification as a stored XSS issue necessitates a comprehensive approach that includes both application-level fixes and network-level protections to prevent exploitation and maintain the integrity of collaborative innovation processes.