CVE-2025-27653 is a medium-severity vulnerability identified in Vasion Print (formerly known as PrinterLogic) versions prior to Virtual Appliance Host 22.0.862 and Application 20.0.2014. The vulnerability is a preauthenticated Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue occurring in the Badge Registration functionality. Specifically, it is classified under CWE-79, which involves improper neutralization of input leading to script injection. The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to inject malicious scripts into the web interface without requiring any prior authentication, exploiting the Badge Registration feature. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 6.1, reflecting a network attack vector (AV:N), low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges required (PR:N), but requiring user interaction (UI:R). The scope is changed (S:C), meaning the vulnerability affects components beyond the initially vulnerable component. The impact affects confidentiality and integrity to a low degree (C:L, I:L), with no impact on availability (A:N). No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no official patches or vendor advisories are linked yet. The vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the victim’s browser session, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions within the affected web application. Given that the vulnerability is preauthenticated, it poses a risk even before user login, increasing the attack surface. However, the requirement for user interaction (such as clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page) limits automated exploitation. The changed scope indicates that the impact may extend beyond the immediate Badge Registration module, potentially affecting other components or user sessions within the application environment.

For European organizations using Vasion Print or PrinterLogic solutions, this vulnerability could lead to targeted attacks that compromise user sessions or steal sensitive information via injected scripts. Organizations relying on Badge Registration for physical or logical access control could see integrity issues if attackers manipulate registration data or impersonate users. The confidentiality of user credentials or session tokens might be at risk, especially if users interact with maliciously crafted links or pages. While availability is not directly impacted, the breach of confidentiality and integrity could facilitate further attacks or unauthorized access to printing infrastructure, potentially exposing sensitive documents or internal workflows. This risk is particularly relevant for sectors with stringent data protection requirements such as finance, healthcare, and government agencies across Europe. The preauthentication nature of the vulnerability means attackers can target users before login, increasing the likelihood of successful phishing or social engineering campaigns leveraging this flaw. However, the absence of known exploits in the wild and the medium severity rating suggest that immediate widespread impact is limited but should not be underestimated.

1. Immediate deployment of any available vendor patches or updates once released for Virtual Appliance Host 22.0.862 and Application 20.0.2014 is critical. 2. Implement strict input validation and output encoding on the Badge Registration interface to neutralize potentially malicious scripts. 3. Employ Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts within the web application context. 4. Conduct user awareness training focused on recognizing phishing attempts and avoiding interaction with suspicious links, especially related to badge registration or printing services. 5. Monitor web application logs for unusual input patterns or repeated attempts to inject scripts in the Badge Registration module. 6. If possible, restrict access to the Badge Registration interface to trusted networks or VPNs to reduce exposure. 7. Utilize web application firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block XSS payloads targeting the affected endpoints. 8. Regularly review and audit the configuration of Vasion Print deployments to ensure minimal exposure of administrative or registration interfaces to the public internet. These measures go beyond generic advice by focusing on the specific Badge Registration vector, leveraging network controls, and emphasizing proactive monitoring and user education.