Vulnerability Description
SQLite 'sqldiff.exe' does not securely handle the way the Microsoft Windows C runtime converts Unicode characters to ANSI codepages. An attacker could use the '-L' option to load an arbitrary DLL with a crafted command line argument string that results in command line file arguments being misinterpreted as command line options. Fixed on or around 2025-12-26.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://i.blackhat.com/EU-24/Presentations/EU-24-Tsai-V2-WorstFit-Unveiling-Hidd
- https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/api/processenv/nf-processenv-get
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/cisagov/CSAF/develop/csaf_files/IT/white/2026/
- https://sqlite.org/src/file/tool/winmain.c
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2025-71316
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71316?
CVE-2025-71316 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). SQLite 'sqldiff.exe' does not securely handle the way the Microsoft Windows C runtime converts Unicode characters to ANSI codepages. An attacker could use the '-L' option to load an arbitrary DLL wit...
How severe is CVE-2025-71316?
CVE-2025-71316 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-2025-71316?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.