CVE-2025-25467 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

Insufficient tracking and releasing of allocated used memory in libx264 git master allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via creating a crafted AAC file.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-94

References

https://code.videolan.org/videolan/x264/-/issues/75

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-25467?

CVE-2025-25467 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Insufficient tracking and releasing of allocated used memory in libx264 git master allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via creating a crafted AAC file.

How severe is CVE-2025-25467?

CVE-2025-25467 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-25467?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.