Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Open Asset Import Library Assimp up to 5.4.3. Affected by this vulnerability is the function read_meshes in the library assimp/code/AssetLib/MDL/HalfLife/HL1MDLLoader.cpp. The manipulation leads to heap-based buffer overflow. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The project decided to collect all Fuzzer bugs in a main-issue to address them in the future.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Assimp | Assimp | <= 5.4.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/assimp/assimp/issues/6220ExploitIssue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/assimp/assimp/issues/6220#issuecomment-2945018579Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/user-attachments/files/20605340/read_meshes_reproduce.tar.gzExploit
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.312589Permissions Required
- https://vuldb.com/?id.312589Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.591235Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-6120?
CVE-2025-6120 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Open Asset Import Library Assimp up to 5.4.3. Affected by this vulnerability is the function read_meshes in the library assimp/code/AssetLib/MDL/Hal...
How severe is CVE-2025-6120?
CVE-2025-6120 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-6120?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Assimp Assimp.