Vulnerability in Node-Saml Xml-Crypto
CVE-2025-29774
xml-crypto is an XML digital signature and encryption library for Node.js. An attacker may be able to exploit a vulnerability in versions prior to 6.0.1, 3.2.1, and 2.1.6 to bypass authentication or authorization mechanisms in systems that rely on xml-crypto for verifying signed XML documents. The vulnerability allows an attacker to modify a valid signed XML message in a way that still passes signature verification checks. For example, it could be used to alter critical identity or access control attributes, enabling an attacker with a valid account to escalate privileges or impersonate another user. Users of versions 6.0.0 and prior should upgrade to version 6.0.1 to receive a fix. Those who are still using v2.x or v3.x should upgrade to patched versions 2.1.6 or 3.2.1, respectively.
EPSS: 0.090 (94.7th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.
Affected products
- Node-saml Xml-crypto — versions >= 4.0.0, < 6.0.1, >= 3.0.0, < 3.2.1, < 2.1.6
Weakness classification (CWE)
Public proof-of-concept exploits
References
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_CONFIRM)
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_MISC)
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_MISC)
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_MISC)
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_MISC)
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_MISC)
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_MISC)
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Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2025-29774?
- CVE-2025-29774 is a vulnerability in Node-Saml Xml-Crypto, classified under Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature. Published 2025-03-14.
- Is CVE-2025-29774 known to be exploited?
- 11 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.