CVE-2025-8553 Details
Description
A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in atjiu pybbs up to 6.0.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin/sensitive_word/list. The manipulation of the argument word leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The patch is identified as 2fe4a51afbce0068c291bc1818bbc8f7f3b01a22. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.
A reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in atjiu pybbs versions through 6.0.0. The issue arises in the admin interface, specifically within the sensitive word management section. The vulnerability is triggered by manipulating the 'word' parameter, which is not properly sanitized before being displayed. This oversight allows attackers to inject malicious scripts that could be executed in the context of the user viewing the page, particularly affecting administrators.
Users are advised to update to the latest version of atjiu pybbs, where this vulnerability has been fixed. The patch is available in the commit referenced in the vulnerability advisory.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 5, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/atjiu/pybbs/commit/2fe4a51afbce0068c291bc1818bbc8f7f3b01a22 | [email protected] | Patch |
| https://github.com/atjiu/pybbs/issues/206 | [email protected] | ExploitIssue Tracking |
| https://github.com/atjiu/pybbs/issues/206#issue-3256420783 | [email protected] | ExploitIssue Tracking |
| https://github.com/atjiu/pybbs/issues/206#issuecomment-3134773560 | [email protected] | Issue Tracking |
| https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.318682 | [email protected] | Permissions RequiredVDB Entry |
| https://vuldb.com/?id.318682 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
| https://vuldb.com/?submit.622197 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-79 | Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') | [email protected] |
| CWE-94 | Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| pybbs project pybbs | <= 6.0.0 |
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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 29, 2026 | Data Remediation | [email protected] |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Aug 5, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |