CVE-2025-59954
CWE-94Published: September 30, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Knowage is an open source analytics and business intelligence suite. Versions 8.1.26 and below are vulnerable to Remote Code Exection through using an unsafe org.apache.commons.jxpath.JXPathContext in MetaService.java service. This issue is fixed in version 8.1.27.
Risk Analysis
Knowage analytics suite is vulnerable to remote code execution due to the use of an unsafe JXPathContext. This critical flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise the system.
No public exploit is known, and it is not in CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable.
Upgrade to Knowage version 8.1.27 or higher to resolve the unsafe context usage.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-59954 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.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-59954 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts