CVE-2025-66561
7.3Syslifters · SysReptor
SysReptor versions prior to 2025.102 contain a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to execute malicious JavaScript in the context of other users via file uploads.
Executive summary
A stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in SysReptor allows authenticated users to execute malicious scripts, potentially leading to unauthorized actions in the context of other users.
Vulnerability
This is a stored cross-site scripting (CWE-79) vulnerability where an authenticated user can upload malicious JavaScript files via the web interface. Once uploaded, the script executes in the context of other logged-in users who access the affected content.
Business impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an authenticated attacker to perform actions on behalf of other users, including administrators, which could result in data theft or unauthorized configuration changes. Given the CVSS score of 7.3, this is classified as a high-severity risk that could compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the pentest reporting platform.
Remediation
Immediate Action: Update the SysReptor platform to version 2025.102 or later to apply the necessary input sanitization fixes.
Proactive Monitoring: Review application logs for unusual file upload activity or patterns involving non-standard file types that might indicate attempts to inject malicious scripts.
Compensating Controls: Implement strict file type validation and Content Security Policy (CSP) headers at the web server level to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts and prevent XSS payloads from triggering.
Exploitation status
Public Exploit Available: exploit_available (unknown)
Analyst recommendation
Organizations utilizing SysReptor should prioritize upgrading to version 2025.102 immediately to remediate this vulnerability. Given the risk of cross-site scripting in a platform that handles sensitive security reports, ensuring that the software is patched is essential to maintaining the security posture of your reporting infrastructure.