CVE-2025-50125 is a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability classified under CWE-918, affecting Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert version 8.3. SSRF vulnerabilities occur when an attacker can induce the server to make HTTP requests to arbitrary domains or internal resources, often bypassing firewall restrictions. In this case, the vulnerability arises from the server's handling of hidden URLs and the manipulation of the host request header, which can be exploited remotely without authentication or user interaction. The attacker, by crafting specific network requests, can coerce the server into initiating requests to internal or external systems, potentially leading to unauthorized remote code execution. This elevates the risk beyond typical SSRF scenarios, as it may allow execution of arbitrary commands on the server hosting the EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert software. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector (AV:N), low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges required (PR:N), no user interaction (UI:N), partial confidentiality and integrity impact (VC:L, VI:L), and no availability impact (VA:N). The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed but no known exploits are currently observed in the wild. The lack of available patches at the time of disclosure necessitates immediate defensive measures to mitigate exploitation risks. Given the product's role in data center infrastructure management, exploitation could compromise critical operational technology environments.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-50125 is significant due to the critical role EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert plays in managing data center infrastructure and operational technology environments. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized remote code execution, allowing attackers to gain control over management systems, pivot into internal networks, and disrupt data center operations. This could result in confidentiality breaches of sensitive operational data, integrity violations through manipulation of management commands or configurations, and potential availability issues if systems are destabilized. The unauthenticated nature of the vulnerability increases the attack surface, especially for organizations exposing management interfaces to broader networks. European critical infrastructure sectors, including energy, manufacturing, and telecommunications, which rely heavily on Schneider Electric solutions, face elevated risks. Additionally, regulatory frameworks such as NIS2 and GDPR heighten the consequences of security incidents, potentially leading to legal and financial repercussions.

1. Immediately restrict network access to EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert management interfaces by implementing strict firewall rules and network segmentation to limit exposure to trusted internal networks only. 2. Monitor network traffic for unusual or unexpected outbound requests originating from the affected server, focusing on attempts to access hidden URLs or internal resources via manipulated host headers. 3. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) or Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS) configured to detect and block SSRF attack patterns, including anomalous header manipulations. 4. Coordinate with Schneider Electric to obtain and apply security patches or updates as soon as they become available. 5. Conduct thorough security audits and penetration testing focused on SSRF vectors within the environment to identify and remediate similar weaknesses. 6. Implement strict input validation and sanitization on all HTTP headers and parameters if customization or integration with the product is possible. 7. Maintain up-to-date asset inventories to quickly identify affected systems and prioritize remediation efforts. 8. Educate network and security teams about SSRF risks and signs of exploitation attempts to enhance detection capabilities.