PatchTheCVECVE-2024-55925: In Xerox Workplace Suite, an API restricted to specific hosts can be bypassed by manipulating the Host header
CVE-2024-55925 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting workplace suite. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In Xerox Workplace Suite, an API restricted to specific hosts can be bypassed by manipulating the Host header. If the server improperly validates or trusts the Host header without verifying the actual destination, an attacker can forge a value to gain unauthorized access. This exploit targets improper host validation, potentially exposing sensitive API endpoints.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 70%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-290 |
| Published | 2025-01-23 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-55925?
workplace suite: upgrade to 5.6.701.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-55925 being exploited?
CVE-2024-55925 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-55925 affect?
CVE-2024-55925 affects workplace suite. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). In Xerox Workplace Suite, an API restricted to specific hosts can be bypassed by manipulating the Host header. If the server improperly validates or trusts the Host header without verifying the actual destination, an attacker can forge a va
How urgent is CVE-2024-55925?
Priority 39/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
Software pages
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