CVE-2025-54087 is classified as a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in the Absolute Security Secure Access product, specifically affecting versions prior to 14.10. SSRF vulnerabilities allow an attacker to induce the server to make HTTP requests to arbitrary domains, potentially accessing internal resources or services not directly exposed to the attacker. In this case, exploitation requires the attacker to have administrative privileges on the Secure Access server, which significantly limits the attack surface. The attacker can publish a crafted test HTTP request originating from the Secure Access server, which may be used to probe internal network resources or perform other indirect actions. The attack complexity is high, meaning that successful exploitation is difficult and requires detailed knowledge and conditions. User interaction is also required, further reducing the likelihood of exploitation. The vulnerability does not directly impact confidentiality, integrity, or availability of the system, but there is a low severity subsequent impact on system integrity, possibly due to the ability to influence server-side requests. The CVSS v4.0 score is 1.8, reflecting the low severity and limited impact. No known exploits are currently in the wild, and no official patches have been linked yet, though upgrading to version 14.10 or later is recommended once available. This vulnerability is tracked under CWE-918, which covers SSRF issues. Organizations should be aware of this vulnerability primarily if they rely on administrative access to Secure Access and should monitor for updates from Absolute Security.

For European organizations, the direct impact of CVE-2025-54087 is minimal due to the requirement of administrative privileges and user interaction, as well as the low severity rating. However, organizations using Absolute Security Secure Access in sensitive environments should consider the potential for indirect impacts, such as reconnaissance of internal network resources or leveraging SSRF for pivoting in complex attack chains. The low integrity impact suggests that while direct data modification or system compromise is unlikely, attackers with admin access might still influence server behavior in limited ways. Given the nature of Secure Access as a security product, any vulnerability could undermine trust in the access control mechanisms if exploited. European organizations in sectors with strict regulatory requirements (e.g., finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure) should prioritize monitoring and patching to maintain compliance and reduce risk. The lack of known exploits reduces immediate threat levels, but vigilance is warranted as threat actors may develop techniques to exploit this SSRF in the future.

1. Restrict administrative access to Absolute Security Secure Access to only trusted and verified personnel to minimize the risk of exploitation. 2. Monitor administrative activities and audit logs for unusual or unauthorized test HTTP request publications. 3. Implement network segmentation and firewall rules to limit the Secure Access server's ability to make arbitrary outbound HTTP requests, reducing SSRF impact. 4. Apply the latest product updates and patches from Absolute Security as soon as version 14.10 or later becomes available, which addresses this vulnerability. 5. Employ multi-factor authentication (MFA) for administrative accounts to reduce the risk of credential compromise. 6. Conduct regular security assessments and penetration tests focusing on internal SSRF vectors and administrative interfaces. 7. Educate administrators about the risks of SSRF and the importance of cautious handling of test request features within Secure Access. 8. Use web application firewalls (WAFs) or intrusion detection systems (IDS) to detect and block suspicious SSRF-related traffic patterns originating from the Secure Access server.