CVE-2025-61417

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in TastyIgniter 3.7.7, affecting the /admin/media_manager component

High · published October 20, 2025

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
47.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An uploaded SVG file could launch a surprise party in your browser! 🎉 With this XSS vulnerability in TastyIgniter 3.7.7, attackers can execute malicious JavaScript when an admin previews a file. Think of this like a sneaky delivery person slipping a dangerous package past the front desk — it appears harmless on the outside, but when the unsuspecting admin opens it, chaos ensues. Instead of confetti, it's a string of code ready to wreak havoc! If exploited, an attacker could perform unauthorized actions like changing admin credentials, potentially locking you out or gaining full control of the system. This could lead to sensitive data breaches or even a complete takeover of the admin account — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of this like a sneaky delivery person slipping a dangerous package past the front desk — it appears harmless on the outside, but when the unsuspecting admin opens it, chaos ensues. Instead of confetti, it's a string of code ready to wreak havoc! This XSS vulnerability enables attackers to upload malicious SVG files containing JavaScript, which executes when administrators preview the files in their browsers, allowing unauthorized access to the admin interface.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could perform unauthorized actions like changing admin credentials, potentially locking you out or gaining full control of the system. This could lead to sensitive data breaches or even a complete takeover of the admin account — absolutely devastating! Update TastyIgniter immediately to version 3.7.8 or later to close this vulnerability. Also, ensure that strict file type validations are in place to limit uploads to safe formats only. Regularly monitor user activity to detect any unusual behaviors. You've got this! With these steps, you'll be back in command and your admin interface will be safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00598 · 47.9th percentile
Published
2025-10-20T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 OCT 00:00Z
    Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in TastyIgniter 3.7.7, affecting the /admin/media_manager component
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