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HIGH

CVE-2025-8868

CVSS v3

8.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

24.3 %

exploit probability, as of 2026-10-04

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

—

SSVC status

Description

In Progress Chef Automate, versions earlier than 4.13.295, on Linux x86 platform, an authenticated attacker can gain access to Chef Automate restricted functionality in the compliance service via improperly neutralized inputs used in an SQL command using a well-known token.

Technical details

Published
2025-09-29

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-8868?

In Progress Chef Automate, versions earlier than 4.13.295, on Linux x86 platform, an authenticated attacker can gain access to Chef Automate restricted functionality in the compliance service via improperly neutralized inputs used in an SQL command using a well-known token.

Is CVE-2025-8868 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2025-8868 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 24.3% on 2026-10-04, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2025-8868?

CVE-2025-8868 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).

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