Vulnerability Description
The protobuf crate before 3.7.2 for Rust allows uncontrolled recursion in the protobuf::coded_input_stream::CodedInputStream::skip_group parsing of unknown fields in untrusted input.
CVSS Score
5.9
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://crates.io/crates/protobuf
- https://github.com/stepancheg/rust-protobuf/issues/749
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2024-0437
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-53605?
CVE-2025-53605 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). The protobuf crate before 3.7.2 for Rust allows uncontrolled recursion in the protobuf::coded_input_stream::CodedInputStream::skip_group parsing of unknown fields in untrusted input.
How severe is CVE-2025-53605?
CVE-2025-53605 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-53605?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.