Vulnerability Description
Horilla is a free and open source Human Resource Management System (HRMS). Prior to version 1.4.0, improper sanitization across the application allows XSS via uploaded SVG (and via allowed <embed>), which can be chained to execute JavaScript whenever users view impacted content (e.g., announcements). This can result in admin account takeover. This issue has been patched in version 1.4.0.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Horilla | Horilla | < 1.4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/Mmo-kali/CVE/blob/main/CVE-2025-59525/2025-08-Horilla_VulneraExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/horilla-opensource/horilla/releases/tag/1.4.0Release Notes
- https://github.com/horilla-opensource/horilla/security/advisories/GHSA-rp5m-vpqrExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-59525?
CVE-2025-59525 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). Horilla is a free and open source Human Resource Management System (HRMS). Prior to version 1.4.0, improper sanitization across the application allows XSS via uploaded SVG (and via allowed <embed>), w...
How severe is CVE-2025-59525?
CVE-2025-59525 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-59525?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Horilla Horilla.