CVE-2025-14265: screenconnect — Fix

Description

In versions of ScreenConnect™ prior to 25.8, server-side validation and integrity checks within the extension subsystem could allow the installation and execution of untrusted or arbitrary extensions by authorized or administrative users. Abuse of this behavior could result in the execution of custom code on the server or unauthorized access to application configuration data. This issue affects only the ScreenConnect server component; host and guest clients are not impacted. ScreenConnect 25.8 introduces enhanced server-side configuration handling and integrity checks to ensure only trusted extensions can be installed.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-494 CWE-494

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
connectwise	screenconnect	< 25.8.0.9438

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.connectwise.com/company/trust/security-bulletins/screenconnect-2025.8-security-patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-14265? +

In versions of ScreenConnect™ prior to 25.8, server-side validation and integrity checks within the extension subsystem could allow the installation and execution of untrusted or arbitrary extensions by authorized or administrative users. Abuse of this behavior could result in the execution of custom code on the server or unauthorized access to application configuration data. This issue affects only the ScreenConnect server component; host and guest clients are not impacted. ScreenConnect 25.8 introduces enhanced server-side configuration handling and integrity checks to ensure only trusted extensions can be installed. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2025-14265? +

CVE-2025-14265 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.1 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-14265? +

CVE-2025-14265 affects products from connectwise, specifically: screenconnect. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2025-14265? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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