CVE-2025-65878 identifies an arbitrary file read vulnerability in version 1.2 of a warehouse management system. The vulnerability arises from improper input validation in the `/file/showImageByPath` endpoint, which accepts a user-controlled path parameter without sufficient sanitization. This flaw allows attackers to perform directory traversal attacks by manipulating the path input to access files outside the intended directory scope. As a result, attackers can read arbitrary files on the server's filesystem, potentially exposing sensitive configuration files, credentials, or other confidential data. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable over the network without requiring authentication or user interaction, increasing its risk profile. The CVSS 3.1 score of 7.5 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N) indicates a high severity due to the high confidentiality impact, low attack complexity, and no privileges or user interaction needed. Although no public exploits are currently known, the vulnerability is classified under CWE-22 (Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory), a common and critical security weakness. The lack of available patches at the time of reporting necessitates immediate mitigation efforts by affected organizations.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to significant confidentiality breaches, exposing sensitive operational data, intellectual property, or personal information stored on the affected warehouse management system servers. Such data leakage could facilitate further attacks, including credential theft or espionage, and damage organizational reputation. Given the critical role warehouse management systems play in supply chain and logistics operations, exploitation could indirectly disrupt business processes if sensitive configuration or operational files are exposed and leveraged by attackers. The lack of authentication requirement means attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely, increasing the attack surface. Organizations in sectors with heavy reliance on warehouse management software, such as manufacturing, retail, and logistics, face heightened risks. Additionally, exposure of sensitive files could lead to compliance violations under GDPR if personal data is compromised, resulting in legal and financial consequences.

To mitigate CVE-2025-65878, organizations should immediately implement strict input validation and sanitization on the `/file/showImageByPath` endpoint to prevent directory traversal sequences such as '../'. Employ allowlisting techniques to restrict file access strictly to intended directories and file types. If possible, disable or restrict access to this endpoint until a vendor patch is released. Monitor server logs for suspicious access patterns indicative of directory traversal attempts. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules designed to detect and block directory traversal payloads targeting this endpoint. Conduct thorough code reviews and security testing on all file handling functionalities to identify similar vulnerabilities. Once the vendor releases a patch, prioritize its deployment. Additionally, ensure that sensitive files and credentials are stored securely with appropriate filesystem permissions to minimize the impact of potential unauthorized access.