Overview
CVE-2025-47733 is a critical vulnerability that resides in Microsoft Power Apps. This vulnerability, identified as a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF), allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose sensitive information over a network. Given the widespread use of Microsoft Power Apps, this vulnerability has the potential to impact a broad range of organizations and users. Timely mitigation is of utmost importance to prevent system compromise or data leakage which could lead to significant repercussions such as financial loss, reputational damage, or regulatory penalties.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-47733
Severity: Critical (CVSS: 9.1)
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Impact: Unauthorized disclosure of information, potential system compromise, and data leakage
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Product | Affected Versions
Microsoft Power Apps | All versions prior to the latest patch
How the Exploit Works
The Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Microsoft Power Apps allows an attacker to trick the server into making arbitrary requests on their behalf. The attacker sends a maliciously crafted request to the vulnerable application, which then carries out the request, potentially accessing sensitive data or systems that are only accessible from the server’s perspective.
Conceptual Example Code
Here’s a conceptual example of how an attacker might exploit this vulnerability. This is a sample HTTP request where the attacker uses a malicious payload to trick the server into making a request on their behalf:
POST /vulnerable/endpoint HTTP/1.1
Host: target.example.com
Content-Type: application/json
{ "url": "http://localhost/admin" }In this example, the attacker is attempting to access the “admin” endpoint which is typically restricted and only accessible from the server’s perspective. If successful, the attacker could retrieve sensitive data or even perform administrative actions.
Mitigation
Users are strongly advised to apply the vendor-supplied patch as soon as possible to mitigate the vulnerability. In situations where immediate patching is not feasible, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can provide temporary protection by detecting and blocking exploitation attempts. However, these are not long-term solutions and do not completely eliminate the vulnerability.
Stay vigilant, stay updated, and remember that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility.