CVE-2025-14807 | IBM InfoSphere Information Server up to 11.7.1.6 HTTP Header http headers for scripting syntax (EUVD-2025-209014)
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A vulnerability was found in IBM InfoSphere Information Server up to 11.7.1.6 and classified as critical . Impacted is an unknown function of the component HTTP Header Handler . The manipulation results in improper neutralization of http headers for scripting syntax. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2025-14807 . It is possible to launch the attack remotely. No exploit is available. It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.
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VDB-353491 · CVE-2025-14807 · EUVD-2025-209014
IBM INFOSPHERE INFORMATION SERVER UP TO 11.7.1.6 HTTP HEADER HTTP HEADERS FOR SCRIPTING SYNTAX
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6.8 $0-$5k 3.50+
Summaryinfo
A vulnerability was found in IBM InfoSphere Information Server up to 11.7.1.6. It has been classified as critical. The affected element is an unknown function of the component HTTP Header Handler. This manipulation causes improper neutralization of http headers for scripting syntax. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-14807. The attack can be initiated remotely. There is not any exploit available. Upgrading the affected component is recommended.
Detailsinfo
A vulnerability was found in IBM InfoSphere Information Server up to 11.7.1.6. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown code block of the component HTTP Header Handler. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a improper neutralization of http headers for scripting syntax vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-644. The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes web scripting syntax in HTTP headers that can be used by web browser components that can process raw headers, such as Flash. As an impact it is known to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The summary by CVE is:
IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.0.0 through 11.7.1.6 is vulnerable to HTTP header injection, caused by improper validation of input by the HOST headers. This could allow an attacker to conduct various attacks against the vulnerable system, including cross-site scripting, cache poisoning or session hijacking.
It is possible to read the advisory at ibm.com. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2025-14807 since 12/16/2025. The exploitation appears to be easy. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploitation doesn't need any form of authentication. The technical details are unknown and an exploit is not publicly available. The pricing for an exploit might be around USD $0-$5k at the moment (estimation calculated on 03/25/2026).
Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.
The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at EUVD (EUVD-2025-209014).
Productinfo
Type
Reporting Software
Vendor
IBM
Name
InfoSphere Information Server
Version
11.7.1.0
11.7.1.1
11.7.1.2
11.7.1.3
11.7.1.4
11.7.1.5
11.7.1.6
License
commercial
Website
Vendor: https://www.ibm.com/
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VulDB Meta Base Score: 6.9
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 6.8
VulDB Base Score: 7.3
VulDB Temp Score: 7.0
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Exploitinginfo
Class: Improper neutralization of http headers for scripting syntax
CWE: CWE-644
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Remote: Yes
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Countermeasuresinfo
Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo
12/16/2025 CVE reserved
03/25/2026 +99 days Advisory disclosed
03/25/2026 +0 days VulDB entry created
03/25/2026 +0 days VulDB entry last update
Sourcesinfo
Vendor: ibm.com
Advisory: ibm.com
Status: Confirmed
CVE: CVE-2025-14807 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2025-14807
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-353491
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Entryinfo
Created: 03/25/2026 22:58
Updated: 03/25/2026 23:39
Changes: 03/25/2026 22:58 (64), 03/25/2026 23:39 (1)
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