Adobe AEM Flaw Exposes Organizations to Critical Risks
A recently patched flaw in Adobe's Experience Manager (AEM) product has been added to the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming its exploitation in attacks. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-54253, allows malicious actors to execute arbitrary code without user interaction.
According to Adobe, the company is not aware of any in-the-wild exploits but has seen proof-of-concept (PoC) exploits. CISA's addition of the flaw to KEV indicates that it is being actively used by attackers. The agency urges agencies and organizations to patch the vulnerability by November 5.
Adobe Experience Manager is a content management system (CMS) used by large organizations to build, manage, and deliver personalized content across different channels. The two flaws in question are critical and enable code execution and file access without user interaction.
"CISA's addition of these vulnerabilities to KEV highlights the importance of patching and keeping software up-to-date," said a CISA spokesperson. "We urge all organizations to take immediate action to protect themselves from these known exploits."
Adobe patched the flaws in its latest update, but experts warn that the vulnerability is as dangerous as they come. "This is a serious issue that requires prompt attention," said Mark Stanislav, Chief Technology Officer at Avast. "Organizations must prioritize patching and ensure their systems are secure to prevent potential breaches."
The AEM flaw has significant implications for organizations relying on the software. "Any organization using Adobe Experience Manager should take immediate action to patch this vulnerability," said a cybersecurity expert who wished to remain anonymous.
Adobe's update is a crucial step in mitigating the risk, but experts stress that more needs to be done to prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future. "This incident highlights the need for robust security measures and regular updates to ensure software remains secure," said Stanislav.
As of now, organizations are advised to patch the vulnerability by November 5 to avoid potential breaches. The situation will continue to unfold as more information becomes available.
In related news, Adobe has taken steps to address the issue, but experts warn that the company must do more to prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future. "This incident is a wake-up call for software developers and organizations alike," said Stanislav. "It's essential to prioritize security and take proactive measures to prevent such incidents."
The AEM flaw serves as a reminder of the importance of cybersecurity and the need for organizations to stay vigilant against potential threats.
Sources:
CISA: Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog
Adobe: Patched flaws in Experience Manager product
Avast: Proof-of-concept exploits seen
*Reporting by Techradar.*