CVE-2025-59738 is a critical operating system command injection vulnerability identified in AndSoft's e-TMS version 25.03. The vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in a command (CWE-77), specifically within the 'm' parameter of the '/clt/LOGINFRM_BET.ASP' endpoint. An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending a crafted POST request that injects malicious operating system commands, which the server then executes with the privileges of the vulnerable application. The vulnerability does not require any authentication or user interaction, and the attack vector is network-based (remote). The CVSS 4.0 score of 9.3 reflects its critical severity, highlighting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Successful exploitation could lead to full system compromise, data theft, service disruption, or use of the server as a pivot point for further attacks. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, but the ease of exploitation and lack of required privileges make it a significant risk. The absence of a patch at the time of publication further elevates the urgency for mitigation.

For European organizations using AndSoft e-TMS v25.03, this vulnerability poses a severe risk. The ability to execute arbitrary OS commands remotely without authentication means attackers could gain unauthorized access to sensitive logistics or transportation management data, disrupt critical supply chain operations, or deploy ransomware and other malware. Given the strategic importance of transportation and logistics in Europe’s economy, exploitation could lead to operational downtime, financial losses, regulatory penalties (especially under GDPR if personal data is compromised), and reputational damage. Organizations in sectors such as manufacturing, retail, and distribution that rely on e-TMS for managing transportation workflows are particularly vulnerable. The potential for lateral movement within corporate networks increases the threat to broader IT infrastructure.

Immediate mitigation steps include implementing strict input validation and sanitization on the 'm' parameter to neutralize special characters that could be used for command injection. Network-level controls such as Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) should be configured to detect and block suspicious POST requests targeting '/clt/LOGINFRM_BET.ASP'. Organizations should conduct thorough code reviews and penetration testing focused on command injection vectors in the e-TMS application. Until a vendor patch is released, consider isolating the e-TMS server within a segmented network zone with minimal access rights and monitor logs for anomalous activities. Employing application-layer intrusion detection systems (IDS) can provide early warnings. Additionally, restrict server OS permissions to the minimum necessary for e-TMS operation to limit the impact of any successful command execution. Regular backups and incident response plans should be updated to address potential exploitation scenarios.