CVE-2025-11563: wcurl path traversal with percent-encoded slashes
URLs containing percent-encoded slashes (/ or \) can trick wcurl into saving the output file outside of the current directory without the user explicitly asking for it.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/curlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.88.1-10+deb12u15Fixed in 7.88.1-10+deb12u5Fixed in 8.14.1-2+deb13u5Fixed in 8.14.1-2+deb13u7Fixed in 8.22.0-1Fixed in 8.23.0-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-11563?
CVE-2025-11563 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for path traversal attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-11563?
To fix CVE-2025-11563, ensure you update to the patched version of the wcurl tool provided by Red Hat.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-11563?
CVE-2025-11563 is a path traversal vulnerability affecting the wcurl command line tool.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-11563?
CVE-2025-11563 specifically affects users of the wcurl command line tool, particularly in the context of Red Hat.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2025-11563?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2025-11563 to trick wcurl into saving files outside the intended directory.