CVE-2025-4634 is a vulnerability identified in the JCT Airpointer product, specifically version 2.4.107-2. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-552, which pertains to files or directories being accessible to external parties. The technical issue arises from a local file inclusion (LFI) flaw in the web portal component of Airpointer. An attacker who already possesses administrative privileges within the web portal can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating requests to access arbitrary files on the underlying filesystem. This could allow the attacker to read sensitive configuration files, logs, or other data stored on the server that should not be exposed. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 4.1, indicating a medium severity level. The vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N) shows that the attack can be performed remotely over the network (AV:N) with low attack complexity (AC:L), but requires high privileges (PR:H) and no user interaction (UI:N). The scope is changed (S:C), meaning the vulnerability affects resources beyond the initially vulnerable component. The impact is limited to confidentiality (C:L), with no impact on integrity or availability. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been linked yet. This vulnerability is significant because it allows an authenticated administrator to escalate their access to sensitive files, potentially exposing critical data or credentials that could facilitate further attacks or data breaches.

For European organizations using JCT Airpointer version 2.4.107-2, this vulnerability poses a risk primarily to confidentiality. If exploited, attackers with administrative access could retrieve sensitive files, including configuration files, credentials, or personal data stored on the system. This could lead to information disclosure incidents, regulatory non-compliance (e.g., GDPR violations), and reputational damage. Since the vulnerability requires administrative privileges, the initial compromise vector is likely through credential theft or insider threats. However, once exploited, the attacker could gain deeper insight into the system architecture and potentially leverage this information for lateral movement or privilege escalation. The impact is particularly critical for organizations handling sensitive environmental, infrastructure, or operational data via Airpointer, as unauthorized data exposure could disrupt business operations or lead to targeted attacks. Given the scope change, the vulnerability could affect multiple components or services beyond the web portal, increasing the risk surface. The absence of known exploits reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, especially if attackers develop exploits in the future.

1. Immediate mitigation should focus on restricting administrative access to the Airpointer web portal through strong authentication mechanisms, including multi-factor authentication (MFA) and strict access control policies. 2. Monitor and audit administrative activities to detect unusual file access patterns or request manipulations indicative of exploitation attempts. 3. Apply network segmentation to isolate the Airpointer system from broader enterprise networks, limiting the potential impact of a compromised administrator account. 4. Until an official patch is released, consider implementing web application firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious requests that attempt local file inclusion patterns. 5. Conduct a thorough review of file permissions and server configurations to minimize exposure of sensitive files and directories. 6. Educate administrators on secure usage practices and the risks of privilege misuse. 7. Plan for prompt patch deployment once JCT releases an official fix, and test patches in a controlled environment before production rollout. 8. Regularly back up critical data and configuration files to enable recovery in case of compromise.