CVE-2025-64614 is a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), a widely used enterprise content management system. The vulnerability exists in versions 6.5.23 and earlier, where certain form fields do not properly sanitize user-supplied input, allowing an attacker with low privileges to inject malicious JavaScript code. When other users visit the affected pages containing these fields, the injected script executes in their browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-79, indicating improper neutralization of input during web page generation. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 5.4, with vector AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N, meaning the attack is network exploitable with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction, and impacts confidentiality and integrity with a scope change. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability's presence in a critical web platform makes it a candidate for targeted exploitation. Adobe has not yet released a patch, so organizations must rely on interim mitigations. The vulnerability's exploitation could allow attackers to bypass access controls and manipulate content or steal sensitive information from authenticated users, undermining trust and security of affected web applications.

For European organizations, the impact of this vulnerability can be significant, especially for those relying on Adobe Experience Manager to deliver digital content and services. Successful exploitation could lead to theft of session cookies or credentials, enabling attackers to impersonate legitimate users, including administrators. This can result in unauthorized access to sensitive corporate data, defacement of public-facing websites, or distribution of malware to site visitors. The integrity of content managed via AEM could be compromised, damaging brand reputation and customer trust. Confidentiality breaches may also expose personal data, potentially triggering GDPR compliance issues and fines. Availability is less likely to be directly impacted, but indirect effects such as service disruptions due to remediation or follow-on attacks are possible. Given the widespread use of AEM in government, finance, and retail sectors across Europe, the vulnerability presents a moderate but tangible risk that warrants prompt attention.

Organizations should immediately inventory their Adobe Experience Manager deployments to identify affected versions (6.5.23 and earlier). Until an official patch is released, implement strict input validation and sanitization on all form fields to prevent malicious script injection. Deploy Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict execution of unauthorized scripts and reduce XSS impact. Enable HTTPOnly and Secure flags on cookies to mitigate session theft. Conduct thorough code reviews and penetration testing focused on XSS vectors within AEM customizations. Monitor web server and application logs for unusual input patterns or error messages indicative of attempted exploitation. Educate users about the risks of interacting with suspicious content and encourage reporting of anomalies. Plan for rapid deployment of Adobe patches once available and test updates in staging environments before production rollout. Consider web application firewalls (WAF) with specific XSS detection and blocking rules as an additional layer of defense.