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CVE-2025-60947: Census CSWeb · Unrestricted File Upload

Affects Census CSWebSource CVE Database V5

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Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.8 High · fixed in 8.1.0 : patch Census CSWeb soon.

Data as of 29 Oct 2026, 19:04 UTC

CVSS 3.1 base score
8.8High
How severe the flaw is on the 0–10 CVSS scale.
EPSS
0.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 45% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
Patch
Available – fixed in 8.1.0
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Exploitation evidence

  1. Disclosed: evidence found.

    CVE published 23 Mar 2026

  2. Detectable: no evidence on record.

    No public nuclei template indexed

  3. Weaponized: no evidence on record.

    No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB

  4. Exploited in the wild: no evidence on record.

    Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation

  5. Observed by OffSeq Mirage: no evidence on record.

    No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors

A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 29 Oct 2026.

What to do

Affected software

ProductAffectedFixed in
CensusCSWebAffected
  • =8.0.1
Fixed in–
GitHubcsprousers/cswebpkg:github/csprousers/cswebOther threatsAffected
  • =8.0.1
Fixed in–

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AI-suggested

  1. Upgrade to Census CSWeb version 8.1.0 alpha or later as soon as it becomes available and stable, as this version addresses the vulnerability.
  2. Until patching is possible, restrict file upload permissions to only trusted users and limit the types of files that can be uploaded via application-level controls or web server configurations.
  3. Implement strict input validation and file type verification on the server side to prevent dangerous file types from being accepted.
  4. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block suspicious file upload attempts.
  5. Monitor logs for unusual file upload activity and signs of web shell deployment or command execution.
  6. Enforce strong authentication mechanisms and regularly audit user accounts to prevent credential compromise.
  7. Isolate the Census CSWeb application environment to limit lateral movement in case of compromise.
  8. Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing focused on file upload functionalities.
  9. Educate administrators and users about the risks of file upload vulnerabilities and the importance of credential security.

Description

CVE-2025-60947 is a high-severity vulnerability in Census CSWeb version 8.0.1 that allows authenticated remote attackers to upload arbitrary files without proper restrictions. This unrestricted file upload flaw (CWE-434) can lead to remote code execution, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected systems. The vulnerability requires authentication but no user interaction beyond that. It has a CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a critical impact if exploited. The issue is fixed in version 8.1.0 alpha.

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