CVE-2025-24446
Vulnerability Remediation / Mitigation Strategy
Vulnerability: Improper Input Validation
Description: ColdFusion versions 2023.12, 2021.18, 2025.0 and earlier are affected by an Improper Input Validation vulnerability. This vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Severity: Critical (CVSS Score: 9.1)
Known Exploit: Exploitation requires user interaction. A victim must open a malicious file for the exploit to be successful.
Remediation:
- Apply Security Patches: Immediately apply the latest security patches released by Adobe for ColdFusion. Upgrade to a version later than 2025.0, 2023.12, or 2021.18. Consult the Adobe Security Bulletin for CVE-2025-24446 for specific patch details and availability.
- Input Validation: Review and strengthen input validation routines within all ColdFusion applications. Pay particular attention to file handling and data parsing functions. Implement robust checks to ensure that all input data conforms to expected formats and lengths.
- File Type Validation: Implement strict file type validation to prevent the processing of unexpected or malicious file formats. Use allow lists of permitted file types instead of relying on extension-based validation.
- Disable Unnecessary Features: Disable any ColdFusion features or modules that are not actively used. This reduces the attack surface and limits potential entry points for attackers.
- Sandboxing: Implement or strengthen sandboxing techniques to isolate potentially malicious code from the core ColdFusion system.
Mitigation:
- User Awareness Training: Educate users about the risks of opening unsolicited or suspicious files, especially those received from untrusted sources. Emphasize the importance of verifying the sender’s identity and confirming the file’s legitimacy before opening it.
- Email Security: Enhance email security measures to detect and block malicious attachments. Implement anti-phishing and anti-malware solutions to filter out suspicious emails.
- Endpoint Security: Deploy endpoint security software with real-time threat detection and prevention capabilities on all user workstations. Configure the software to scan files upon access and block potentially malicious content.
- Network Segmentation: Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of a successful exploit. Isolate ColdFusion servers from other critical systems on the network.
- Monitoring and Logging: Implement comprehensive monitoring and logging of ColdFusion server activity. Monitor for suspicious events, such as unusual file access patterns or unexpected code execution. Regularly review logs for potential security incidents.
- Principle of Least Privilege: Apply the principle of least privilege to all user accounts and processes that interact with the ColdFusion server. Grant only the minimum necessary permissions to perform required tasks.
- Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in the ColdFusion environment.
Assigner
- Adobe Systems Incorporated [email protected]
Date
- Published Date: 2025-04-08 20:15:20
- Updated Date: 2025-04-08 20:15:20