CVE-2025-59378 — MEDIUM (5.7)

Vulnerability Description

In guix-daemon in GNU Guix before 1618ca7, a content-addressed-mirrors file can be written to create a setuid program that allows a regular user to gain the privileges of the build user that runs it (even after the build has ended).

CVSS Score

5.7

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-669

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-59378?

CVE-2025-59378 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.7 (MEDIUM). In guix-daemon in GNU Guix before 1618ca7, a content-addressed-mirrors file can be written to create a setuid program that allows a regular user to gain the privileges of the build user that runs it (...

How severe is CVE-2025-59378?

CVE-2025-59378 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-59378?

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