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CVE-2025-62198 Apache Software Foundation CVE debrief

CVE-2025-62198 is an authenticated user cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Apache Atlas versions 2.4.0 and earlier. The issue allows an authenticated user to perform XSS. Defenders should assess their exposure and prioritize upgrading to version 2.5.0, which fixes the issue. This vulnerability has a significant impact on the security posture of affected systems, and defenders should take immediate action to limit exposure.

Vendor
Apache Software Foundation
Product
Apache Atlas
CVSS
MEDIUM 5.4
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-22
Original CVE updated
2026-06-23
Advisory published
2026-06-22
Advisory updated
2026-06-23

Who should care

Defenders responsible for Apache Atlas deployments, particularly those using versions 2.4.0 and earlier, should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate the risk. This includes assessing their exposure, reviewing system configurations, and upgrading to version 2.5.0 or applying compensating controls.

Technical summary

CVE-2025-62198 is an authenticated user XSS vulnerability in Apache Atlas. The issue affects versions 2.4.0 and earlier. An authenticated user can perform XSS, potentially leading to security breaches. The vulnerability is addressed in version 2.5.0. Defenders should review their system configurations and upgrade to the patched version or apply compensating controls.

Defensive priority

High priority due to authenticated user exploitation and potential for security breaches.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Inventory Apache Atlas deployments to identify affected systems.
  • Review system configurations to assess exposure.
  • Upgrade to version 2.5.0 or apply compensating controls.
  • Monitor for suspicious activity.
  • Exception tracking for any systems unable to upgrade immediately.

Evidence notes

The CVE-2025-62198 vulnerability is documented in the CVE record and NVD detail. The issue affects Apache Atlas versions 2.4.0 and earlier. Primary evidence includes the CVE record and security mailing list references. Defenders should verify the vulnerability status and affected versions from official sources.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2025-62198 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2025-62198

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2025-62198 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-62198

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.