Overview
CVE-2025-14088 is a medium severity vulnerability affecting ketr JEPaaS versions up to 7.2.8. This vulnerability allows for remote attackers to bypass authorization controls through manipulation of the Authorization argument when accessing the /je/load file. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data and potential system compromise. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed and exploits are available.
Technical Details
The vulnerability stems from improper authorization handling in the /je/load endpoint within the JEPaaS application. By manipulating the Authorization header, an attacker can potentially elevate their privileges and gain access to functionalities that should be restricted to authorized users. The specific method of manipulation involves crafted requests that bypass the intended authentication and authorization mechanisms. Publicly available exploits demonstrate the feasibility of this attack.
CVSS Analysis
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS score of 6.3 (Medium). This score reflects the potential impact of the vulnerability, considering factors such as attack vector, attack complexity, privileges required, user interaction, scope, confidentiality impact, integrity impact, and availability impact. While not critical, the ease of exploitation and potential for privilege escalation make it a significant security concern.
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-14088 can have serious consequences, including:
- Unauthorized access to sensitive data stored within the JEPaaS system.
- Privilege escalation, allowing attackers to perform actions reserved for administrators.
- Potential compromise of the entire JEPaaS application and underlying system.
- Data modification or deletion.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
The most effective way to mitigate CVE-2025-14088 is to apply the official patch released by ketr. If a patch is not yet available, consider the following temporary mitigation steps:
- Implement strict input validation and sanitization on the
Authorizationheader for all requests to the/je/loadendpoint. - Implement strong access control mechanisms to limit access to sensitive functionalities.
- Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and potential exploitation attempts.
- Consider temporarily disabling the vulnerable endpoint if patching is not immediately possible.
Contact ketr support for further guidance and to confirm the availability of a security patch.
