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CVE-2025-15633: CWE-863 Incorrect Authorization in HCLSoftware BigFix WebUI

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VulnerabilityCVE-2025-15633cvecve-2025-15633cwe-863
Published: Sat May 09 2026 (05/09/2026, 04:58:55 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: HCLSoftware
Product: BigFix WebUI

Description

An improper authorization vulnerability in HCL BigFix WebUI allows an authenticated user without Master Operator privileges to access internal data (site names, versions, and configuration variables) and bypass privilege requirements via unprotected endpoints lacking adequate security headers.

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AILast updated: 05/09/2026, 05:36:52 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability (CVE-2025-15633) in HCL BigFix WebUI involves incorrect authorization (CWE-863) where authenticated users with limited privileges can bypass intended access controls. Specifically, these users can access sensitive internal data including site names, versions, and configuration variables through unprotected endpoints that lack proper security headers. The issue affects all versions of the product and has been assigned a medium severity rating with a CVSS 4.0 score of 5.3. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available, and the product is not a cloud service, so remediation depends on vendor updates or configuration changes.

Potential Impact

An authenticated user without Master Operator privileges can access internal configuration data and site information that should be restricted. This exposure could potentially aid an attacker in further reconnaissance or privilege escalation attempts. However, the vulnerability does not allow for privilege escalation directly or remote unauthenticated access. No known active exploitation has been reported.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, organizations should review access controls and monitor authenticated user activities for unusual access patterns. Applying strict network segmentation and limiting user privileges may reduce risk. Avoid exposing the WebUI to untrusted networks where possible.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
HCL
Date Reserved
2026-04-14T05:56:25.354Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 69fec4aacbff5d8610c504f2

Added to database: 5/9/2026, 5:22:50 AM

Last enriched: 5/9/2026, 5:36:52 AM

Last updated: 5/10/2026, 5:47:24 AM

Views: 12

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