PatchTheCVECVE-2025-28010: A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in MODX prior to 3.1.0
CVE-2025-28010 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.4) affecting modx. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in MODX prior to 3.1.0. The vulnerability allows authenticated users to upload SVG files containing malicious JavaScript code as profile images, which gets executed in victims' browsers when viewing the profile image.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.4 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 82%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2025-03-13 |
| 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-2025-28010?
modx: upgrade to newer than 3.1.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2025-28010 being exploited?
CVE-2025-28010 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-2025-28010 affect?
CVE-2025-28010 affects modx. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.4). A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in MODX prior to 3.1.0. The vulnerability allows authenticated users to upload SVG files containing malicious JavaScript code as profile images, which gets executed in victims'
How urgent is CVE-2025-28010?
Priority 28/100. Public exploit reference