Vulnerability Description
BMC FootPrints ITSM versions 20.20.02 through 20.24.01.001 contain a blind server-side request forgery vulnerability in the externalfeed/RSS API component that allows authenticated attackers to trigger arbitrary outbound requests from the server. Attackers can exploit insufficient validation of externally supplied resource references to interact with internal services or cause resource exhaustion impacting availability. The following hotfixes remediate the vulnerability: 20.20.02, 20.20.03.002, 20.21.01.001, 20.21.02.002, 20.22.01, 20.22.01.001, 20.23.01, 20.23.01.002, and 20.24.01.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bmc | Footprints Itsm | >= 20.20.02, <= 20.24.01.001 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://docs.bmc.com/xwiki/bin/view/More-Products/Footprints/FootPrints/fp2024/RPatch
- https://labs.watchtowr.com/thanks-itsms-threat-actors-have-never-been-so-organizExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/bmc-footprints-itsm-blind-ssrf-in-externalfThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71259?
CVE-2025-71259 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). BMC FootPrints ITSM versions 20.20.02 through 20.24.01.001 contain a blind server-side request forgery vulnerability in the externalfeed/RSS API component that allows authenticated attackers to trigge...
How severe is CVE-2025-71259?
CVE-2025-71259 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-71259?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Bmc Footprints Itsm.