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CRITICAL · 9.1

CVE-2025-40908

YAML-LibYAML prior to 0.903.0 for Perl uses 2-args open, allowing existing files to be modified

Vulnerability Description

YAML-LibYAML prior to 0.903.0 for Perl uses 2-args open, allowing existing files to be modified

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IngydotnetYaml-Libyaml< 0.903.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-552

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-40908?

CVE-2025-40908 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). YAML-LibYAML prior to 0.903.0 for Perl uses 2-args open, allowing existing files to be modified

How severe is CVE-2025-40908?

CVE-2025-40908 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-40908?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ingydotnet Yaml-Libyaml.