CVE-2025-69690 — CRITICAL (9.1)

Vulnerability Description

Netgate pfSense CE 2.7.2 allows code execution by using the module installer with a backup file with a serialized PHP object containing the post_reboot_commands property. NOTE: the Supplier disputes this because this installer is only available to admins and they are intentionally allowed to execute PHP code.

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Pfsense	Pfsense	2.7.2

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-915 CWE-502

References

https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2026/Feb/16ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-adhepeau/Not Applicable
https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2026/Feb/16ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-69690?

CVE-2025-69690 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). Netgate pfSense CE 2.7.2 allows code execution by using the module installer with a backup file with a serialized PHP object containing the post_reboot_commands property. NOTE: the Supplier disputes t...

How severe is CVE-2025-69690?

CVE-2025-69690 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-2025-69690?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pfsense Pfsense.