CVE-2025-52180 is a security vulnerability classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw in Zucchetti Ad Hoc Infinity, a business intelligence and reporting software suite widely used in enterprise environments. The vulnerability exists in the handling of the pHtmlSource parameter within the /ahi/jsp/gsfr_feditorHTML.jsp endpoint. Specifically, the application fails to properly sanitize or encode user-supplied input passed to this parameter, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary JavaScript code. Because the vulnerability is accessible remotely and does not require any form of authentication, an attacker can exploit it by crafting a malicious URL or HTTP request that includes the payload in the pHtmlSource parameter. When a victim accesses this crafted URL or interacts with the affected page, the injected script executes in their browser context. This can lead to a range of malicious outcomes including theft of session cookies, redirection to phishing sites, or execution of further attacks such as malware delivery. The vulnerability affects Zucchetti Ad Hoc Infinity version 4.2 and earlier, with no patch or fix currently documented in the provided information. Although no exploits have been observed in the wild yet, the nature of XSS vulnerabilities and the lack of authentication barriers make this a significant risk. The absence of a CVSS score requires an independent severity assessment based on the vulnerability's characteristics.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-52180 can be substantial, especially for those relying on Zucchetti Ad Hoc Infinity for critical business intelligence and reporting functions. Successful exploitation could compromise the confidentiality of sensitive business data by enabling attackers to hijack user sessions or steal credentials. Integrity could also be affected if attackers manipulate displayed data or inject misleading information via the XSS payload. Availability impact is generally limited for XSS, but indirect effects such as reputational damage or loss of trust in the application could disrupt business operations. Since the vulnerability requires no authentication and can be triggered remotely, attackers can target a broad range of users including employees, partners, or customers accessing the application. This increases the attack surface and potential for widespread compromise. Additionally, the ability to execute arbitrary JavaScript can facilitate further attacks such as delivering malware or exploiting other browser vulnerabilities. Organizations in Europe with regulatory obligations around data protection (e.g., GDPR) may face compliance risks if user data is compromised through this vulnerability.

To mitigate CVE-2025-52180, European organizations should first verify if they are running Zucchetti Ad Hoc Infinity version 4.2 or earlier. Immediate steps include restricting access to the affected endpoint (/ahi/jsp/gsfr_feditorHTML.jsp) via web application firewalls (WAFs) or network controls to block malicious payloads targeting the pHtmlSource parameter. Input validation and output encoding should be implemented or enhanced to sanitize user inputs, preventing script injection. If vendor patches or updates become available, organizations must prioritize timely deployment. In the absence of official patches, consider applying virtual patching through WAF rules that detect and block suspicious parameter values. User education is also important to recognize phishing attempts that might leverage this vulnerability. Monitoring web server logs for unusual requests targeting the vulnerable endpoint can help detect exploitation attempts early. Finally, organizations should review their incident response plans to handle potential XSS exploitation scenarios and ensure browser security settings (e.g., Content Security Policy) are configured to limit script execution from untrusted sources.