Summary
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CVE ID | CVE-2025-13590 |
| Alert Source | NVD - New Critical Vulnerability |
| CVE Publication Year | 2025 |
| Date Published | 2026-02-19 |
| Vendor | Wso2 |
| Product | Api Control Plane |
| CVSS Score | 9.1 (critical) |
| EPSS Score | 0.2% (percentile: 43%) |
| CISA KEV | No |
| Ransomware | Not confirmed |
Vulnerability Description
A malicious actor with administrative privileges can upload an arbitrary file to a user-controlled location within the deployment via a system REST API. Successful uploads may lead to remote code execution.
By leveraging the vulnerability, a malicious actor may perform Remote Code Execution by uploading a specially crafted payload.
Required Actions
Apply vendor patches or mitigations as soon as available.
Who Is Affected?
This vulnerability affects Api Control Plane by Wso2. Check if your organization uses this software and requires updates.
Sources
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How can nFlo help?
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- Verifying whether your systems are at risk
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2025-13590?
CVE-2025-13590 is a vulnerability discovered in Wso2's Api Control Plane. A malicious actor with administrative privileges can upload an arbitrary file to a user-controlled location within the deployment via a system REST API. Successful uploads may lead to remote code exec. The severity is rated as critical (CVSS: 9.1).
Who is affected by CVE-2025-13590?
This vulnerability affects users of Wso2's Api Control Plane. Any organization using this software should immediately verify whether their systems require patching or mitigation measures.
How can I protect against CVE-2025-13590?
Apply the security patches provided by Wso2 or implement the recommended mitigations. If patches are not yet available, consider temporarily disabling the vulnerable component or applying additional layers of protection.
Why is CVE-2025-13590 classified as critical?
This vulnerability received a CVSS score of 9.1, classifying it as critical. This means it can be easily exploited by attackers and may lead to severe consequences such as system takeover, data theft, or service disruption.
How should I monitor threats related to CVE-2025-13590?
Track advisories from Wso2, the NVD database, and the CISA KEV catalog. Implementing a vulnerability management system enables automatic detection and prioritization of threats across your IT infrastructure.
