CVE-2025-9208
CWE-79Published: February 19, 2026· Updated: Feb 24, 2026
Official Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in OpenText™ Web Site Management Server allows Stored XSS. The vulnerability could execute malicious scripts on the client side when the download query parameter is removed from the file URL, allowing attackers to compromise user sessions and data.
This issue affects Web Site Management Server: 16.7.X, 16.8, 16.8.1.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-9208 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2025-9208. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (2)
Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-9208 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts