Vulnerability Description
cups-filters contains backends, filters, and other software required to get the cups printing service working on operating systems other than macos. In versions 2.0.1 and prior, a heap-buffer-overflow vulnerability in the rastertopclx filter causes the program to crash with a segmentation fault when processing maliciously crafted input data. This issue can be exploited to trigger memory corruption, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. This issue has been patched via commit 956283c.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openprinting | Cups-Filters | <= 2.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/OpenPrinting/cups-filters/commit/956283c74a34ae924266a2a63f8ePatch
- https://github.com/OpenPrinting/cups-filters/security/advisories/GHSA-rq44-2q5p-ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/11/20/1Mailing ListPatch
- https://github.com/OpenPrinting/cups-filters/security/advisories/GHSA-rq44-2q5p-ExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-64524?
CVE-2025-64524 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). cups-filters contains backends, filters, and other software required to get the cups printing service working on operating systems other than macos. In versions 2.0.1 and prior, a heap-buffer-overflow...
How severe is CVE-2025-64524?
CVE-2025-64524 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-64524?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openprinting Cups-Filters.