CVE-2025-60947: Census CSWeb · Unrestricted File Upload
Affects Census CSWebSource CVE Database V5
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
- 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:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 23 Mar 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponized: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by 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
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| CensusCSWeb | Affected
| Fixed in– |
GitHubcsprousers/cswebpkg:github/csprousers/cswebOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
- 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.
- 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.
- Implement strict input validation and file type verification on the server side to prevent dangerous file types from being accepted.
- Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block suspicious file upload attempts.
- Monitor logs for unusual file upload activity and signs of web shell deployment or command execution.
- Enforce strong authentication mechanisms and regularly audit user accounts to prevent credential compromise.
- Isolate the Census CSWeb application environment to limit lateral movement in case of compromise.
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing focused on file upload functionalities.
- 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.
References
- github.com/hx381/cspro-exploits (opens in a new tab)
- github.com/csprousers/csweb/commit/eba0b59a243390a1a4f9524cce6dbc0314bf0d91 (opens in a new tab)
- cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2025-60947 (opens in a new tab)
- raw.githubusercontent.com/cisagov/CSAF/develop/csaf_files/IT/white/2026/va-26-082-01.json (opens in a new tab)