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 manipulate a server to make unintended requests to internal or external systems, potentially bypassing network access controls. In this case, the vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote code execution by exploiting hidden URLs and manipulating the host request header. The attacker does not require prior authentication or user interaction, which significantly lowers the barrier for exploitation. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.3 (medium severity), reflecting network attack vector, low complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and partial impacts on confidentiality and integrity. The vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially compromising the affected server and any connected infrastructure. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been released yet. Given the nature of EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert as a critical data center infrastructure management tool, exploitation could lead to significant operational disruptions and data breaches.

For European organizations, the impact of this SSRF vulnerability could be substantial, especially for those relying on Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert to manage critical data center operations. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized remote code execution, allowing attackers to gain control over data center management systems. This could result in disruption of data center operations, unauthorized access to sensitive infrastructure data, and potential lateral movement within the network. The confidentiality and integrity of operational data could be compromised, affecting service availability and reliability. Given the increasing reliance on digital infrastructure and data centers across Europe, such a vulnerability could impact sectors including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government services, where data center uptime and security are paramount.

Organizations should immediately review their deployment of EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert version 8.3 and restrict network access to the management interface to trusted internal networks only, using network segmentation and firewall rules. Monitoring and logging of access to hidden URLs and unusual host header manipulations should be implemented to detect potential exploitation attempts. Until an official patch is released by Schneider Electric, applying virtual patching via Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) or Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) to block suspicious SSRF patterns is advisable. Additionally, organizations should conduct thorough security assessments and penetration testing focused on SSRF vectors in their environment. Implementing strict input validation and sanitization on all HTTP headers and parameters at the application layer can help mitigate SSRF risks. Finally, maintaining an incident response plan tailored to data center infrastructure compromises will improve readiness in case of exploitation.