Adobe ColdFusion up to 2021.22/2023.16/2025.4 xml external entity reference

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability categorized as problematic has been discovered in Adobe ColdFusion up to 2021.22/2023.16/2025.4. This affects an unknown function. The manipulation results in xml external entity reference. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2025-61821. The attack may be launched remotely. There is no exploit available. It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Adobe ColdFusion up to 2021.22/2023.16/2025.4. Affected is an unknown functionality. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a xml external entity reference vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as 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. This is going to have an impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:

ColdFusion versions 2025.4, 2023.16, 2021.22 and earlier are affected by an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary file system read. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive files and data on the server. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction and scope is changed.

The advisory is available at helpx.adobe.com. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-61821 since 10/01/2025. The exploitability is told to be difficult. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploitation doesn't require any form of authentication. The technical details are unknown and an exploit is not available.

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VulDB Meta Base Score: 7.0
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 6.9

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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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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo

10/01/2025 CVE reserved
12/10/2025 +70 days Advisory disclosed
12/10/2025 +0 days VulDB entry created
12/13/2025 +3 days VulDB entry last update

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: adobe.com

Advisory: apsb25-105
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2025-61821 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2025-61821
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-335574

Entryinfo

Created: 12/10/2025 08:09
Updated: 12/13/2025 12:08
Changes: 12/10/2025 08:09 (64), 12/13/2025 12:08 (11)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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