CVE-2025-61757
Published: November 21, 2025
Official Description
Oracle Fusion Middleware contains a missing authentication for critical function vulnerability, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to take over Identity Manager.
CISA KEV Advisory
Oracle Fusion Middleware Missing Authentication for Critical Function Vulnerability
Oracle Fusion Middleware contains a missing authentication for critical function vulnerability, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to take over Identity Manager.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
Oracle Fusion Middleware has a critical missing authentication vulnerability that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to take over Identity Manager. With an EPSS score of 0.82822, there is a high probability of this vulnerability being exploited. It is also listed in CISA's KEV, confirming active exploitation.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. It is remotely exploitable, allowing unauthenticated attackers to gain control over Identity Manager.
Apply all available security patches and updates for Oracle Fusion Middleware. Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms for critical functions.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-61757 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2025-61757 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-61757 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1