CVE-2025-28405

An issue in RUoYi v.4.8.0 allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges via the changeStatus method

Critical · published April 7, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
50.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A critical privilege escalation vulnerability in RUoYi v.4.8.0 could let an attacker take control like a mischievous kid sneaking into a candy store! 🍬 Imagine a restaurant where a server accidentally hands out keys to the kitchen to anyone who asks, allowing anyone to alter orders or create new menus. In this case, the changeStatus method is that server, and it’s not checking who’s asking for those keys! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges, potentially allowing them to access, modify, or delete sensitive data and settings. This situation could lead to a chaotic environment where unauthorized actions run rampant, compromising the integrity and security of the system. Absolutely devastating! 🔥

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant where a server accidentally hands out keys to the kitchen to anyone who asks, allowing anyone to alter orders or create new menus. In this case, the changeStatus method is that server, and it’s not checking who’s asking for those keys! The vulnerability lies in how the changeStatus method in RUoYi v.4.8.0 handles privilege checks, enabling attackers to escalate their permissions and perform unauthorized actions.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges, potentially allowing them to access, modify, or delete sensitive data and settings. This situation could lead to a chaotic environment where unauthorized actions run rampant, compromising the integrity and security of the system. Absolutely devastating! 🔥 To safeguard against this vulnerability, update RUoYi to the latest version immediately. Additionally, review your privilege settings to ensure that only authorized users can access critical functions. Don't wait—secure your system now! You've got this! By taking these steps, you’ll be well on your way to maintaining a secure environment! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00651 · 50.6th percentile
Published
2025-04-07T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 APR 00:00Z
    An issue in RUoYi v.4.8.0 allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges via the changeStatus method
    cvelistv5