CVE-2025-69872 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

DiskCache (python-diskcache) through 5.6.3 uses Python pickle for serialization by default. An attacker with write access to the cache directory can achieve arbitrary code execution when a victim application reads from the cache.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-94

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-69872?

CVE-2025-69872 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). DiskCache (python-diskcache) through 5.6.3 uses Python pickle for serialization by default. An attacker with write access to the cache directory can achieve arbitrary code execution when a victim appl...

How severe is CVE-2025-69872?

CVE-2025-69872 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-69872?

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