CVE-2025-15151
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability in TaleLin Lin-CMS allows attackers to manipulate username/password arguments in test configuration files, potentially exposing credentials. It affects Lin-CMS installations up to version 0.6.0 with the tests folder accessible. The exploit requires remote access but has high complexity.
💻 Affected Systems
- TaleLin Lin-CMS
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Attackers could extract credentials from configuration files, potentially leading to unauthorized access to the CMS or connected systems.
Likely Case
Limited credential exposure from test configuration files, with minimal impact on production systems if tests aren't deployed.
If Mitigated
No impact if test files are removed from production deployments or access is properly restricted.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploit details are publicly disclosed but require specific manipulation of test configuration arguments.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Unknown
Vendor Advisory: None known
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Remove /tests/ directory from production deployments
2. Upgrade to version above 0.6.0 if available
3. Review configuration files for exposed credentials
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Remove Test Directory
linuxDelete the tests folder from production deployments to eliminate the vulnerable component
rm -rf /path/to/lin-cms/tests/
Restrict File Access
linuxSet proper permissions on configuration files to prevent unauthorized access
chmod 600 /path/to/lin-cms/tests/config.py
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Remove or restrict access to /tests/config.py file
- Implement network segmentation to limit access to affected systems
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check if Lin-CMS version is ≤0.6.0 and /tests/config.py exists in deploymentCheck Version:
Check package.json or version file in Lin-CMS installation directoryVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm /tests/ directory is removed or inaccessible, and version is >0.6.0📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual access patterns to /tests/config.py
- Failed authentication attempts with test credentials
Network Indicators:
- HTTP requests to /tests/config.py endpoint
SIEM Query:
source="web_server" AND (uri="/tests/config.py" OR uri="/tests/")