CVE-2025-52611 Overview
CVE-2025-52611 affects HCL iControl v4.0.0 with an unhandled exception that discloses stack trace information [CWE-209]. The application's JavaScript code attempts to read the dashboard property from an undefined object, triggering a runtime error. The error response exposes internal stack trace details to the requester. An authenticated attacker on the network can trigger this condition under specific runtime states to gather information about the application's internal structure.
Critical Impact
Authenticated attackers can trigger an unhandled exception that leaks stack trace data, exposing internal application structure useful for further attacks.
Affected Products
- HCL iControl v4.0.0
Discovery Timeline
- 2026-06-04 - CVE-2025-52611 published to NVD
- 2026-06-04 - Last updated in NVD database
Technical Details for CVE-2025-52611
Vulnerability Analysis
The vulnerability resides in the client-side JavaScript code of HCL iControl v4.0.0. The application attempts to read the dashboard key from an object reference that is undefined at runtime. JavaScript engines throw a TypeError when code dereferences properties on undefined or null values. The application does not catch this exception, so the engine emits a full stack trace through the error handler. This stack trace reveals function names, file paths, and code flow details that aid an attacker in mapping the application internals.
Root Cause
The root cause is missing defensive initialization and absent exception handling. The code accesses a nested property without verifying that the parent object exists. The application also lacks a global error boundary that would convert internal exceptions into generic user-facing messages. Information exposure through error messages is classified under [CWE-209].
Attack Vector
An authenticated attacker with low privileges sends network requests that drive the application into the state where the undefined object is accessed. High attack complexity reflects the need for specific conditions to trigger the error path. The disclosed stack trace returns to the attacker through the application's error response. The attacker uses the exposed file paths, function names, and module references to plan follow-on attacks against the same or related components.
No verified exploit code is publicly available for CVE-2025-52611. See the HCL Software Knowledge Base Article for vendor technical details.
Detection Methods for CVE-2025-52611
Indicators of Compromise
- Application error responses containing JavaScript stack traces with function names and file paths from HCL iControl modules.
- Repeated requests from a single authenticated session targeting endpoints that render dashboard components.
- HTTP 500 responses correlated with requests for objects in undefined or partially initialized states.
Detection Strategies
- Inspect application logs for unhandled TypeError exceptions referencing the dashboard property.
- Monitor outbound HTTP responses for stack trace patterns leaving the application boundary.
- Correlate authenticated user sessions generating elevated error rates against dashboard endpoints.
Monitoring Recommendations
- Forward HCL iControl application logs to a centralized logging platform and alert on stack trace patterns in responses.
- Track per-user error rates to identify reconnaissance behavior against error-prone code paths.
- Review web proxy and WAF telemetry for response bodies containing JavaScript exception signatures.
How to Mitigate CVE-2025-52611
Immediate Actions Required
- Review the HCL Software Knowledge Base Article for vendor-provided remediation guidance.
- Restrict access to HCL iControl v4.0.0 to trusted authenticated users until a fix is applied.
- Configure reverse proxies or WAFs to strip stack trace content from error responses leaving the application.
Patch Information
Refer to the HCL Software Knowledge Base Article for the official advisory and patch availability for HCL iControl v4.0.0. Apply vendor-supplied updates through standard change management procedures.
Workarounds
- Deploy a generic error page at the reverse proxy that replaces detailed error responses with a sanitized message.
- Reduce session lifetimes and apply least-privilege access controls to limit authenticated reconnaissance.
- Enable verbose application logging on the server side only and suppress detailed errors in client-facing responses.
Disclaimer: This content was generated using AI. While we strive for accuracy, please verify critical information with official sources.
