CVE-2025-63238 Details
Description
A Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) affects LimeSurvey versions prior to 6.15.11+250909, due to the lack of validation of gid parameter in getInstance() function in application/models/QuestionCreate.php. This allows an attacker to craft a malicious URL and compromise the logged in user.
A reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in LimeSurvey versions prior to 6.15.11+250909. The issue arises from inadequate validation of the 'gid' parameter in the 'getInstance()' function within 'application/models/QuestionCreate.php'. This vulnerability allows an attacker to create a malicious URL that can compromise the logged-in user.
Users are advised to upgrade to LimeSurvey version 6.15.12+250916 or later.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 10, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://gist.github.com/masquerad3r/f913ab479e8de2ad71987ef98a088fb5 | [email protected] | ExploitThird Party Advisory |
| https://github.com/LimeSurvey/LimeSurvey/commit/80769a677dc82ddb1fcced4af19bd959d583208d | [email protected] | Patch |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-79 | Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| limesurvey limesurvey | < 6.15.12 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 10, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 9, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |