Vulnerability Description
UVdesk core-framework before 1.1.7 contains an improper privilege management vulnerability in the editAgent endpoint that allows agents with agent-management privilege to escalate their own role to administrator. Attackers can submit their own account identifier with a role parameter set to ROLE_ADMIN to gain full administrative control over agents, tickets, and mail configuration.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/uvdesk/community-skeleton/releases/tag/v1.1.8
- https://github.com/uvdesk/core-framework
- https://github.com/uvdesk/core-framework/blob/v1.1.6/Controller/Account.php#L278
- https://github.com/uvdesk/core-framework/commit/b8bcdc503659f9d5c5cd73627cfc5d45
- https://github.com/uvdesk/core-framework/releases/tag/v1.1.7
- https://hackmd.io/@leediay/B1Cz5voFGg
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/uvdesk-core-framework-before-1.1.7-privileg
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71421?
CVE-2025-71421 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). UVdesk core-framework before 1.1.7 contains an improper privilege management vulnerability in the editAgent endpoint that allows agents with agent-management privilege to escalate their own role to ad...
How severe is CVE-2025-71421?
CVE-2025-71421 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-71421?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.