IntelliJ IDEA <2025.2: Code With Me Guest Hidden File Disclosure
CVE-2025-57728 Published on August 20, 2025
In JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA before 2025.2 improper access control allowed Code With Me guest to discover hidden files
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2025-57728 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a small impact on confidentiality and integrity, and no impact on availability.
Weakness Type
What is an AuthZ Vulnerability?
The software performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. This allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
CVE-2025-57728 has been classified to as an AuthZ vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2025-57728
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Affected Versions
JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA:- Before 2025.2 is affected.
Exploit Probability
EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) scores estimate the probability that a vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. The percentile shows you how this score compares to all other vulnerabilities.