CVE-2025-8868Automate SQL Injection
In Progress Chef Automate, versions earlier than 4.13.295, on Linux x86 platform, an authenticated attacker can gain access to Chef Automate restricted functionality in the compliance service via
Published Sep 30, 2025 · Updated Oct 9, 2026 · Also known as TR-25-0306
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2025-8868 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8 v3.1) affecting Automate (Chef), compliance service.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Oct 16, 2025. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Automate 4.13.295, chef/automate 4.13.295, compliance service 4.13.295.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
8.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
26%
Higher than 97.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Exploited (KEV)
ATLAS score
50/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Oct 16, 2025
16 days after publication
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Exploited (KEV)
Public exploit code
0
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
10
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
In Progress Chef Automate, versions earlier than 4.13.295, on Linux x86 platform, an authenticated attacker can gain access to Chef Automate restricted functionality in the compliance service via
improperly neutralized inputs used in an SQL command using a well-known token.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 16, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Oct 16, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| AutomateChef | See advisory | 4.13.295 |
| compliance service | See advisory | 4.13.295 |
Patched Releases
Automate
4.13.295
chef/automate
4.13.295
compliance service
4.13.295
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Sep 30, 2025
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 16, 2025
Added to Industry KEV feed
Oct 16, 2025
Last updated
Oct 9, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
- CWE-200 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
References
- advisorynvd.nist.gov · CVE-2025-8868
- advisoryUSOM advisory
- patchdocs.chef.io · release_notes_automate
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
In Progress Chef Automate, versions earlier than 4.13.295, on Linux x86 platform, an authenticated attacker can gain access to Chef Automate restricted functionality in the compliance service via improperly neutralized inputs used in an SQL command using a well-known token.
Affected: Automate (Chef); compliance service. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Oct 16, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Automate 4.13.295, chef/automate 4.13.295, compliance service 4.13.295.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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