CVE-2025-11085 in FactoryTalk DataMosaix Private Cloud
Summary
by MITRE • 11/11/2025
A security issue exists within DataMosaix™ Private Cloud allowing for Persistent XSS. This vulnerability can result in the execution of malicious JavaScript, allowing for account takeover, credential theft, or redirection to a malicious website.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/12/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-11085 represents a critical persistent cross-site scripting flaw within the DataMosaix™ Private Cloud platform that fundamentally compromises user session integrity and system security. This weakness exists in the input validation and output encoding mechanisms of the web application, specifically within the user interface components that handle dynamic content rendering. The vulnerability stems from insufficient sanitization of user-supplied data before it is stored and subsequently displayed to other users, creating an environment where malicious scripts can be injected and persistently executed across user sessions.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code through various input vectors within the DataMosaix™ interface, including but not limited to user profile fields, configuration parameters, or data import functionalities. When legitimate users access pages containing the maliciously injected content, the stored JavaScript executes in their browser context with the privileges of the victim user. This persistent nature means that the malicious code remains active until manually removed from the system, potentially affecting multiple users over extended periods. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws, and demonstrates characteristics consistent with CWE-80 which focuses on improper neutralization of script-related HTML tags.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple data corruption or display issues, as it provides attackers with the capability to execute arbitrary code within user browsers and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. Successful exploitation could lead to complete account takeover scenarios where attackers can impersonate legitimate users, access confidential data, steal session cookies, or modify system configurations. The credential theft aspect represents a particularly dangerous consequence, as attackers could capture authentication tokens or login credentials from affected users, potentially enabling lateral movement within the network or access to additional systems. Additionally, the redirection capability allows attackers to create malicious redirects that could lead to phishing attacks or further exploitation of the compromised user sessions.
From a threat modeling perspective, this vulnerability maps directly to several ATT&CK techniques including T1566 for phishing attacks through malicious links, T1078 for valid account access, and T1531 for account manipulation. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that DataMosaix™ Private Cloud likely serves as a central platform for data management and cloud operations, making it an attractive target for adversaries seeking persistent access to enterprise environments. Organizations utilizing this platform face significant risk of data breaches, regulatory compliance violations, and potential financial losses due to the widespread impact of successful exploitation. The vulnerability's persistence means that even if initial exploitation is detected and mitigated, the malicious code continues to execute against new users until the underlying input sanitization issues are properly addressed.
The recommended mitigation strategies include immediate implementation of comprehensive input validation and output encoding controls to prevent script injection, deployment of web application firewalls with XSS detection capabilities, and regular security scanning of all user-facing interfaces. Organizations should also implement proper content security policies to restrict script execution, conduct thorough code reviews focusing on input handling mechanisms, and establish incident response procedures specifically designed to address persistent XSS vulnerabilities. Additionally, user education regarding suspicious content and regular security updates should be prioritized to minimize the window of opportunity for exploitation. The remediation process must address the root cause by ensuring that all user-supplied data is properly sanitized and that the application consistently enforces strict output encoding practices across all interface components.