CVE-2025-59854: CWE-80: Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS) in HCL DFXAnalytics
HCL DFXAnalytics is affected by an Insecure Security Header Configuration vulnerability where the application utilizes the outdated X-XSS-Protection header, which could allow an attacker to exploit browser-specific rendering flaws or bypass security controls that should instead be managed by a robust Content Security Policy (CSP).
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
HCL DFXAnalytics versions 3.1 and below are affected by a vulnerability due to insecure security header configuration. Specifically, the application uses the deprecated X-XSS-Protection header, which is insufficient to prevent cross-site scripting attacks effectively. This can allow attackers to exploit browser-specific rendering flaws or bypass security controls that a properly configured Content Security Policy would mitigate. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-80 (Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page). The product is cloud-hosted, and a patch is available to address this issue.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability has a low CVSS score of 3.1, indicating limited impact. It may allow attackers to bypass certain browser-based XSS protections due to reliance on an outdated security header, potentially leading to minor confidentiality impacts. There is no indication of integrity or availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since HCL DFXAnalytics is a cloud service, the vendor manages remediation server-side. A patch is available for this vulnerability. Users should ensure their service is updated to the latest version where this issue is addressed. Implementing a robust Content Security Policy is recommended to replace the deprecated X-XSS-Protection header for enhanced protection.
CVE-2025-59854: CWE-80: Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS) in HCL DFXAnalytics
Description
HCL DFXAnalytics is affected by an Insecure Security Header Configuration vulnerability where the application utilizes the outdated X-XSS-Protection header, which could allow an attacker to exploit browser-specific rendering flaws or bypass security controls that should instead be managed by a robust Content Security Policy (CSP).
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
HCL DFXAnalytics versions 3.1 and below are affected by a vulnerability due to insecure security header configuration. Specifically, the application uses the deprecated X-XSS-Protection header, which is insufficient to prevent cross-site scripting attacks effectively. This can allow attackers to exploit browser-specific rendering flaws or bypass security controls that a properly configured Content Security Policy would mitigate. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-80 (Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page). The product is cloud-hosted, and a patch is available to address this issue.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability has a low CVSS score of 3.1, indicating limited impact. It may allow attackers to bypass certain browser-based XSS protections due to reliance on an outdated security header, potentially leading to minor confidentiality impacts. There is no indication of integrity or availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since HCL DFXAnalytics is a cloud service, the vendor manages remediation server-side. A patch is available for this vulnerability. Users should ensure their service is updated to the latest version where this issue is addressed. Implementing a robust Content Security Policy is recommended to replace the deprecated X-XSS-Protection header for enhanced protection.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- HCL
- Date Reserved
- 2025-09-22T14:59:58.052Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
- Is Cloud Service
- true
Threat ID: 69fb1d2ccbff5d8610d26328
Added to database: 5/6/2026, 10:51:24 AM
Last enriched: 5/6/2026, 11:06:32 AM
Last updated: 5/7/2026, 8:18:37 AM
Views: 14
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