GeoServer up to 2.25.5/2.26.1 /geoserver/wms xml external entity reference

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in GeoServer up to 2.25.5/2.26.1. The impacted element is an unknown function of the file /geoserver/wms. Such manipulation leads to xml external entity reference. This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2025-58360. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. Furthermore, an exploit is available. The affected component should be upgraded.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in GeoServer up to 2.25.5/2.26.1. Affected by this issue is an unknown part of the file /geoserver/wms. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a xml external entity reference vulnerability. Using CWE to declare the problem leads to CWE-611. The product processes an XML document that can contain XML entities with URIs that resolve to documents outside of the intended sphere of control, causing the product to embed incorrect documents into its output. Impacted is confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:

GeoServer is an open source server that allows users to share and edit geospatial data. From version 2.26.0 to before 2.26.2 and before 2.25.6, an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability was identified. The application accepts XML input through a specific endpoint /geoserver/wms operation GetMap. However, this input is not sufficiently sanitized or restricted, allowing an attacker to define external entities within the XML request. This issue has been patched in GeoServer 2.25.6, GeoServer 2.26.3, and GeoServer 2.27.0.

The advisory is shared for download at github.com. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-58360 since 08/29/2025. The exploitation is known to be easy. The attack may be launched remotely. No form of authentication is required for exploitation. Technical details as well as a exploit are known.

It is declared as attacked. This issue was added on 12/11/2025 to the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog with a due date of 01/01/2026:

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Upgrading to version 2.25.6 or 2.26.2 eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at EUVD (EUVD-2025-199606). VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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Exploitinginfo

Class: Xml external entity reference
CWE: CWE-611 / CWE-610
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Remote: Yes

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Status: Attacked

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Upgrade: GeoServer 2.25.6/2.26.2

Timelineinfo

08/29/2025 CVE reserved
11/26/2025 +89 days Advisory disclosed
11/26/2025 +0 days VulDB entry created
12/12/2025 +15 days VulDB entry last update

Sourcesinfo

Product: github.com

Advisory: GHSA-fjf5-xgmq-5525
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2025-58360 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2025-58360
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-333560
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scip Labs: https://www.scip.ch/en/?labs.20161013

Entryinfo

Created: 11/26/2025 06:42
Updated: 12/12/2025 00:15
Changes: 11/26/2025 06:42 (64), 11/27/2025 23:22 (1), 12/02/2025 16:32 (11), 12/12/2025 00:15 (13)
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