CVE-2025-8553

What it is

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in atjiu pybbs up to 6.0.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin/sensitive_word/list. The manipulation of the argument word leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The patch is identified as 2fe4a51afbce0068c291bc1818bbc8f7f3b01a22. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.

At a glance

Exploitability

Can be exploited over the network with an admin-level account, but needs a user to act. Limited direct impact.

Exploit odds

0.3% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS).

Fix

A patch, advisory or fixed version is referenced. Upgrade or apply it.

Timeline

1. 2025-08-05 09:15 UTC PublishedDisclosed publicly on CVE.org and NVD
2. 2026-06-17 10:07 UTC Last updatedMost recent change to the record

Details

Published

2025-08-05 09:15 UTC

Last modified

2026-06-17 10:07 UTC

Exploit probability

0.3% · EPSS, next 30 days

Weakness

CWE-79 · Cross-site scripting

Record status

Analyzed

Affected

• Pybbs Project Pybbs ≤ 6.0.0

Attack profile CVSS 4.0 · 1.9

Attack vector

Network

Complexity

Low

Attack requirements

None

Privileges needed

High

User interaction

Passive

Confidentiality

None

Integrity

Low

Availability

None