Vulnerability Description
FreeScout is a free self-hosted help desk and shared mailbox. Prior to version 1.8.180, when adding and editing user records using the fill() method, there is no check for the absence of the password field in the data coming from the user, which leads to a mass-assignment vulnerability. As a result, a user with the right to edit other users of the system can change their password, and then log in to the system using the set password. This issue has been patched in version 1.8.180.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freescout | Freescout | < 1.8.180 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/freescout-help-desk/freescout/security/advisories/GHSA-7h5m-qExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-48476?
CVE-2025-48476 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). FreeScout is a free self-hosted help desk and shared mailbox. Prior to version 1.8.180, when adding and editing user records using the fill() method, there is no check for the absence of the password ...
How severe is CVE-2025-48476?
CVE-2025-48476 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-48476?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freescout Freescout.