CVE-2025-64538
Adobe Experience Manager | Cross-site Scripting (DOM-based XSS) (CWE-79)
Description
Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.23 and earlier are affected by a DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into a web page that are executed in the context of the victim's browser. A successful attacker can abuse this to achieve session takeover, increasing the confidentiality and integrity impact as high. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must visit a crafted malicious page.
INFO
Published Date :
Dec. 10, 2025, 7:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
Dec. 10, 2025, 7:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | CRITICAL | 078d4453-3bcd-4900-85e6-15281da43538 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | CRITICAL | [email protected] |
Solution
- Apply the latest security patches for Adobe Experience Manager.
- Ensure all AEM instances are updated promptly.
- Review security configurations for XSS protection.
- Educate users about malicious link risks.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2025-64538.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/experience-manager/apsb25-115.html |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Dec. 10, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.23 and earlier are affected by a DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into a web page that are executed in the context of the victim's browser. A successful attacker can abuse this to achieve session takeover, increasing the confidentiality and integrity impact as high. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must visit a crafted malicious page. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N Added CWE CWE-79 Added Reference https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/experience-manager/apsb25-115.html