CVE-2025-60914 is a security vulnerability identified in the Openatlas software developed by the Austrian Archaeological Institute, affecting versions prior to 8.12.0. The vulnerability stems from incorrect access control implementation on the /display_logo endpoint, which fails to properly restrict access to sensitive information. An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending a crafted HTTP GET request to this endpoint, bypassing authentication and authorization mechanisms. This unauthorized access can lead to exposure of sensitive data, potentially including internal logos or other confidential resources that may reveal information about the system or organization. The vulnerability does not require user interaction or prior authentication, increasing its risk profile. While no public exploits have been reported, the flaw's presence in a specialized software used by archaeological and cultural institutions raises concerns about data confidentiality and operational security. The lack of a CVSS score limits precise severity quantification, but the nature of the vulnerability suggests a significant risk. The patch or version 8.12.0 addresses this issue by correcting access control checks, preventing unauthorized requests from retrieving protected information. Organizations using Openatlas should prioritize updating to the fixed version or apply compensating controls to restrict access to the vulnerable endpoint.

For European organizations, particularly those involved in archaeological research, cultural heritage management, or academic institutions using Openatlas, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. Exposure of internal data could lead to reputational damage, loss of trust, or provide attackers with intelligence to facilitate further attacks. Since the vulnerability allows unauthenticated access, it broadens the attack surface and increases the likelihood of exploitation. Although the immediate impact may be limited to information disclosure, the sensitivity of the data involved could have regulatory implications under GDPR if personal or protected data is exposed. Additionally, adversaries could leverage the information gained to plan more targeted attacks against these institutions. The impact is heightened in countries with extensive archaeological activities or where Openatlas is widely adopted, potentially affecting national cultural heritage security.

To mitigate CVE-2025-60914, organizations should immediately upgrade Openatlas to version 8.12.0 or later, where the access control flaw has been corrected. If upgrading is not immediately feasible, implement network-level restrictions to limit access to the /display_logo endpoint, such as firewall rules or web application firewall (WAF) policies that block unauthorized external requests. Conduct thorough access control reviews to ensure that all endpoints enforce proper authentication and authorization. Monitor logs for unusual GET requests targeting the /display_logo endpoint to detect potential exploitation attempts. Additionally, apply the principle of least privilege to user roles and restrict internal access to the Openatlas system. Regularly audit and update software dependencies and maintain an incident response plan tailored to data exposure incidents. Engage with the software vendor or community for any available patches or security advisories related to this vulnerability.