Overview
CVE-2025-54563 describes a high-severity Incorrect Access Control vulnerability affecting the Application Server of Desktop Alert PingAlert versions 6.1.0.11 to 6.1.1.2. This vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass access controls, potentially leading to unauthorized Remote Information Disclosure. This can expose sensitive data, potentially impacting confidentiality and integrity.
Technical Details
The vulnerability stems from inadequate access control mechanisms within the Application Server. Specifically, certain API endpoints or functionalities do not properly validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive information. An attacker could potentially exploit this by crafting specific requests that bypass these checks, allowing them to retrieve data that they are not authorized to access. The exact attack vector and vulnerable endpoints are detailed in Desktop Alert’s official advisory (linked below).
CVSS Analysis
- CVE ID: CVE-2025-54563
- Severity: HIGH
- CVSS Score: 7.5
A CVSS score of 7.5 indicates a high-severity vulnerability. This score is based on factors such as the potential for remote exploitation, the level of user interaction required, and the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Given the potential for Remote Information Disclosure, the confidentiality impact is a major driver of the high score.
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in:
- Information Disclosure: Unauthorized access to sensitive data, including potentially confidential user information, system details, or internal communications.
- Data Breach: The leaked information could be used for malicious purposes, such as identity theft, phishing attacks, or further compromise of the system.
- Reputational Damage: A data breach resulting from this vulnerability could significantly damage the reputation of organizations using affected versions of PingAlert.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
The recommended mitigation is to immediately update to a patched version of Desktop Alert PingAlert. Contact Desktop Alert support or visit their website for the latest version and detailed upgrade instructions. Specific steps may include:
- Download the latest version of PingAlert from the official Desktop Alert website.
- Follow the upgrade instructions provided by Desktop Alert.
- Verify that the new version is properly installed and running.
- Monitor your systems for any signs of suspicious activity.
