CVE-2023-25573
HighExploitedIn affected versions an improper access control vulnerability exists in /api/jmeter/download/files, which allows any user to download any file without authentication.
Published Mar 9, 2023 · Updated Aug 12, 2026 · Also known as GHSA-mcwr-j9vm-5g8h
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-25573 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v3.1) affecting Metersphere.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Metersphere 1.20.19.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
52%
Higher than 98.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
metersphere is an open source continuous testing platform. In affected versions an improper access control vulnerability exists in /api/jmeter/download/files, which allows any user to download any file without authentication. This issue may expose all files available to the running process. This issue has been addressed in version 1.20.20 lts and 2.7.1. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Dec 4, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 14, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| MetersphereMetersphere | >= < 1.20.20 lts | 1.20.19 |
Patched Releases
Metersphere
1.20.19
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 9, 2023
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 14, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Dec 4, 2023
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-862 Missing Authorization
References
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2023/25xxx/CVE-2023-25573.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-25573
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
metersphere is an open source continuous testing platform.
Affected: Metersphere versions >= < 1.20.20 lts. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Metersphere 1.20.19.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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