CVE-2025-14697 is a vulnerability identified in Shenzhen Sixun Software's Sixun Shanghui Group Business Management System version 4.10.24.3. The flaw resides in an unspecified functionality related to the /ExportFiles/ directory, which allows unauthorized remote attackers to access files or directories that should be protected. The vulnerability does not require authentication, user interaction, or privileges, but exploitation complexity is high, indicating that a skilled attacker must carefully craft requests to bypass access controls. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.3 (medium), reflecting a network attack vector with high complexity and low impact on confidentiality, and no impact on integrity or availability. The vendor was notified early but has not responded or issued patches, and while no known exploits are currently active in the wild, a public exploit has been released, increasing the risk of exploitation. The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive business data stored or exported via the affected system, potentially exposing confidential corporate information. The lack of vendor response and patch availability necessitates proactive defensive measures by affected organizations.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive business management data, potentially compromising confidentiality. Although the impact on integrity and availability is negligible, exposure of internal files or directories could facilitate further attacks or corporate espionage. Organizations relying on Shenzhen Sixun Software's product for critical business operations may face operational risks and reputational damage if sensitive data is leaked. The medium severity and high exploitation complexity reduce the likelihood of widespread exploitation, but the public availability of an exploit increases risk over time. European companies with supply chain or business ties to Chinese software vendors may be particularly vulnerable. Additionally, regulatory compliance frameworks such as GDPR impose strict data protection requirements, and unauthorized data exposure could result in legal and financial penalties.

Given the absence of vendor patches, European organizations should implement specific mitigations: 1) Restrict network access to the /ExportFiles/ directory by configuring firewalls, web application firewalls (WAFs), or reverse proxies to block unauthorized requests targeting this path. 2) Employ strict access control lists (ACLs) on the server hosting the Sixun Shanghui system to limit file system permissions and prevent unauthorized directory traversal. 3) Monitor logs for unusual or repeated access attempts to /ExportFiles/ and related endpoints to detect potential exploitation attempts early. 4) Segment the network to isolate the business management system from the internet and less trusted internal networks, reducing exposure. 5) Conduct regular security audits and penetration tests focusing on file access controls within the application. 6) Engage with Shenzhen Sixun Software or third-party security vendors for potential custom patches or workarounds. 7) Educate IT and security teams about this vulnerability and ensure incident response plans include scenarios involving unauthorized file access.