CVE-2025-45238 in FoxCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 05/05/2025
foxcms v1.2.5 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability via the delRestoreSerie method.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/13/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-45238 affects foxcms version 1.2.5 and represents a critical arbitrary file deletion flaw within the application's file management system. This vulnerability specifically resides in the delRestoreSerie method which handles restoration series operations, creating a dangerous attack surface where malicious actors can manipulate file deletion processes without proper authorization. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation and access control mechanisms that allow unauthorized users to specify arbitrary file paths for deletion, potentially leading to complete system compromise through strategic file removal operations.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability demonstrates a classic path traversal and privilege escalation issue where the delRestoreSerie method fails to properly sanitize user-supplied parameters before processing file deletion requests. This allows attackers to craft malicious payloads that can target files outside of the intended directories, potentially accessing and deleting critical system files, configuration files, or user data. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and can be exploited through web-based interfaces, making it particularly dangerous as it requires no special privileges or elevated access rights to exploit. According to CWE standards, this maps directly to CWE-22 Path Traversal and CWE-79 Cross-Site Scripting vulnerabilities, as it enables attackers to manipulate file system operations through improperly validated inputs.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple data loss, as it can result in complete system compromise and unauthorized access to sensitive information. Attackers can leverage this flaw to delete critical application files, configuration data, or even system binaries that could lead to service disruption, data corruption, or complete system takeover. The vulnerability affects not only individual user data but also potentially exposes underlying system infrastructure to further attacks. Organizations using foxcms v1.2.5 may experience significant downtime, data loss, and potential regulatory compliance violations if this vulnerability is exploited. The attack vector is particularly concerning as it can be executed through standard web browser interfaces, making exploitation accessible to attackers with minimal technical expertise.
Security mitigation strategies for this vulnerability must address both immediate remediation and long-term architectural improvements. Organizations should implement immediate patching procedures to upgrade to foxcms versions that resolve the arbitrary file deletion flaw in the delRestoreSerie method. Additionally, comprehensive input validation and parameter sanitization should be enforced throughout the application's file handling operations to prevent path traversal attacks. Access control mechanisms must be strengthened to ensure that only authorized users can perform file deletion operations, implementing proper authentication and authorization checks before any file manipulation occurs. The implementation of web application firewalls and security monitoring systems can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts, while regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in the application's codebase. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1485 Data Destruction, as it enables attackers to delete or corrupt data through legitimate application interfaces, and T1078 Valid Accounts, since exploitation can occur through legitimate user accounts with appropriate privileges.