Is CVE-2025-31973 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2025-31973 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2025-31973 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2025-31973 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2025-31973?

CVE-2025-31973 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2025-31973

Published: May 20, 2026· Updated: May 20, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.03%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:7.5th

Official Description

HCL BigFix Service Management (SM) is susceptible to a Configuration – 'Insecure Use of Base Image Version'. Using outdated or insecure base images may introduce known vulnerabilities, potentially increasing the risk of exploitation in the application environment.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This critical vulnerability in HCL BigFix Service Management stems from an insecure use of base image versions, leading to potential exploitation. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this flaw allows unauthenticated, remote attackers to compromise the application environment by leveraging known vulnerabilities in outdated base images. This vulnerability is remotely exploitable.

No public exploit is currently known for this vulnerability. Its remote exploitability and lack of authentication make it a significant risk.

Recommended Action

Upgrade HCL BigFix Service Management to version 23.0 or later to address the insecure base image issue. Regularly update and patch all underlying components and base images used in your deployment.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2025-31973 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.