CVE-2025-60933 identifies multiple stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the Future Goals function of HR Performance Solutions Performance Pro version 3.19.17. Stored XSS occurs when malicious scripts are permanently stored on the target server, in this case within various input fields related to goal management such as Goal Name, Goal Notes, Action Step Name, Action Step Description, Note Name, and Goal Description. An attacker can craft payloads that, when submitted, are saved and later executed in the browsers of users who access these fields. This can lead to the execution of arbitrary JavaScript or HTML, enabling attackers to steal session cookies, perform actions on behalf of users, or redirect users to malicious sites. The vulnerability arises from insufficient input sanitization and output encoding in the affected parameters. Although no exploits have been reported in the wild yet, the risk remains significant due to the sensitive nature of HR data and the potential for lateral movement within an organization. The vendor has released a patched version, PP-Release-6.3.2.0, which addresses these issues. The lack of a CVSS score requires an assessment based on impact and exploitability factors. Stored XSS vulnerabilities are generally considered high risk due to their persistence and potential for widespread impact within an organization. The attack does not require user authentication to inject payloads but does require victim users to view the malicious content for exploitation. This vulnerability primarily compromises confidentiality and integrity, with possible secondary effects on availability if exploited to disrupt services or user sessions.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-60933 can be significant, especially for those relying on Performance Pro for HR management. Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive employee information, including personal data and performance evaluations, violating GDPR requirements and potentially resulting in regulatory penalties. Attackers could hijack user sessions, leading to unauthorized access to HR systems and further lateral movement within corporate networks. This can undermine trust in HR processes and damage organizational reputation. Additionally, malicious scripts could be used to manipulate or delete goal-related data, impacting data integrity and business operations. The stored nature of the XSS means that multiple users may be affected once the payload is injected, amplifying the potential damage. Given the critical role of HR systems in managing employee data and organizational workflows, disruptions or data breaches here can have cascading effects on overall business continuity and compliance posture.

To mitigate CVE-2025-60933, organizations should immediately upgrade to the patched version PP-Release-6.3.2.0 provided by the vendor. Until patching is complete, implement strict input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data fields related to goals and notes to prevent script injection. Employ Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts in browsers. Conduct regular security awareness training for HR staff and users to recognize suspicious behavior or unexpected content in the HR portal. Monitor logs and user activity for unusual patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. Consider deploying web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting XSS payloads specific to the affected parameters. Review and harden access controls to limit exposure of the HR system to only necessary personnel and networks. Finally, ensure incident response plans include scenarios involving XSS attacks on internal applications to enable rapid containment and remediation.