CVE-2025-47044 is a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) versions 6.5.22 and earlier. This vulnerability arises from insufficient sanitization of user input in certain form fields, allowing a low-privileged attacker to inject malicious JavaScript code that is persistently stored on the server. When a victim subsequently accesses the affected page containing the vulnerable form field, the malicious script executes in their browser context. This type of DOM-based XSS (CWE-79) can lead to unauthorized actions such as session hijacking, credential theft, or performing actions on behalf of the user without their consent. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.4, indicating a medium severity level. The attack vector is network-based with low attack complexity, requiring low privileges but user interaction (victim browsing the page). The scope is changed, meaning the vulnerability can impact resources beyond the initially vulnerable component. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been linked yet. Adobe Experience Manager is a widely used enterprise content management system, often deployed in web portals and intranets, making this vulnerability relevant for organizations relying on AEM for digital experience management.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of user sessions and data handled through Adobe Experience Manager portals. Exploitation could allow attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of authenticated users, potentially leading to theft of sensitive information, unauthorized transactions, or lateral movement within the network if internal portals are affected. Given the widespread adoption of AEM by public sector entities, financial institutions, and large enterprises in Europe, successful exploitation could undermine trust, cause data breaches, and disrupt business operations. The medium CVSS score reflects that while the vulnerability requires some user interaction and low privileges, the impact on confidentiality and integrity is notable. The absence of known exploits in the wild currently reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, especially as attackers often develop exploits rapidly after disclosure.

European organizations using Adobe Experience Manager should prioritize the following mitigations: 1) Monitor Adobe's official channels for patches or security advisories addressing CVE-2025-47044 and apply updates promptly once available. 2) Implement strict input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data within AEM forms to prevent script injection. 3) Employ Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts in browsers accessing AEM portals. 4) Conduct thorough security testing, including automated scanning and manual penetration testing focused on XSS vulnerabilities in AEM deployments. 5) Educate users and administrators about the risks of clicking on suspicious links or interacting with untrusted content within AEM environments. 6) Where feasible, restrict access to AEM administrative and content management interfaces to trusted networks and authenticated users only. 7) Utilize web application firewalls (WAF) with rules tuned to detect and block common XSS attack patterns targeting AEM. These measures, combined, will reduce the likelihood of successful exploitation and limit potential damage.