CVE-2025-57644 in Automation Platform
Summary
by MITRE • 09/19/2025
Accela Automation Platform 22.2.3.0.230103 contains multiple vulnerabilities in the Test Script feature. An authenticated administrative user can execute arbitrary Java code on the server, resulting in remote code execution. In addition, improper input validation allows for arbitrary file write and server-side request forgery (SSRF), enabling interaction with internal or external systems. Successful exploitation can lead to full server compromise, unauthorized access to sensitive data, and further network exploitation.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/19/2025
The CVE-2025-57644 vulnerability resides within the Accela Automation Platform version 22.2.3.0.230103, specifically targeting the Test Script feature that presents a critical security flaw. This vulnerability operates through an authenticated administrative user account, which provides the attacker with elevated privileges necessary to exploit the system. The flaw manifests as a remote code execution vulnerability that allows an attacker to inject and execute arbitrary Java code directly on the server, effectively bypassing traditional security controls and gaining complete control over the affected system.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation within the Test Script functionality, creating a pathway for malicious code injection. This weakness aligns with CWE-94, which describes improper validation of critical control items, and specifically manifests as a code injection vulnerability that enables arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability's exploitation requires an authenticated administrative user, which means that attackers must first compromise administrative credentials through phishing, credential stuffing, or other social engineering techniques before they can leverage this flaw.
The operational impact of CVE-2025-57644 extends beyond simple remote code execution to include multiple interconnected attack vectors that compound the overall security risk. The improper input validation not only permits arbitrary Java code execution but also enables arbitrary file write capabilities, allowing attackers to modify or overwrite critical system files and configuration data. Additionally, the vulnerability exposes the system to server-side request forgery attacks, which can be leveraged to interact with internal network services and external systems that would normally be protected by network segmentation. This SSRF capability, classified under CWE-918, enables attackers to probe internal networks and potentially escalate their attack to compromise additional systems.
From an adversarial perspective, this vulnerability maps directly to several ATT&CK tactics and techniques, including T1059.007 for execution through Java, T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage, and T1190 for exploitation of remote services. The combination of these attack vectors provides attackers with a comprehensive exploitation pathway that begins with credential compromise and culminates in full system compromise. The vulnerability's severity is further amplified by the fact that it requires minimal privileges for exploitation, as administrative access is already assumed in the attack scenario.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability face significant operational risks including unauthorized data access, system compromise, and potential regulatory compliance violations. The arbitrary file write capability could be used to deploy backdoors or modify system binaries, while the SSRF vulnerability enables attackers to perform reconnaissance on internal network infrastructure. Mitigation strategies should include immediate patching of the affected platform, implementation of network segmentation to limit internal access, and enhanced monitoring of file system modifications and unusual network requests. Additionally, organizations should implement principle of least privilege access controls and conduct regular security assessments to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other components of their automation platforms.