CVE-2025-12207: Kamailio Grammar Rule cfg.y yyerror_at null pointer dereference

Published Oct 27, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability has been found in Kamailio 5.5. This affects the function yyerrorat of the file src/core/cfg.y of the component Grammar Rule Handler. Such manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. The attack needs to be performed locally. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The actual existence of this vulnerability is currently in question. This attack requires manipulating config files which might not be a realistic scenario in many cases. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Affected Software

2 affected components
kamailio Kamailio
kamailio Kamailio=5.5.0

Event History

Oct 27, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:32 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:32 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 3, 57794
Event
via NVD·01:58 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-12207?

CVE-2025-12207 has been classified as a vulnerability that may lead to null pointer dereference in Kamailio 5.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-12207?

To fix CVE-2025-12207, it is recommended to upgrade Kamailio to an updated version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2025-12207?

CVE-2025-12207 affects Kamailio version 5.5 and potentially earlier versions.

4

Can CVE-2025-12207 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2025-12207 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2025-12207?

The impact of CVE-2025-12207 is a potential application crash or denial of service due to null pointer dereference.

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