#VU107814 Improper authentication in ColdFusion - CVE-2025-30282

Vulnerability identifier: #VU107814

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-30282

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
ColdFusion
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: Adobe

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in the authentication process. A remote user can bypass authentication process and escalate privileges within the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ColdFusion: 2021 Update 1 - 2021, 2023 Update 1 - 2023, 2025

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External links
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb25-15.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.