CVE-2025-12472: Remote Code Execution in Looker due to Improperly Validated Directory Deletion
An attacker with a Looker Developer role could manipulate a LookML project to exploit a race condition during Git directory deletion, leading to arbitrary command execution on the Looker instance.
Looker-hosted and Self-hosted were found to be vulnerable. This issue has already been mitigated for Looker-hosted instances. No user action is required for these.
Self-hosted instances must be upgraded as soon as possible. This vulnerability has been patched in all supported versions of Self-hosted. The versions below have all been updated to protect from this vulnerability. You can download these versions at the Looker download page https://download.looker.com/ : 24.12.103+ 24.18.195+ 25.0.72+ 25.6.60+ 25.8.42+ 25.10.22+
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-12472?
CVE-2025-12472 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-12472?
To fix CVE-2025-12472, ensure that your Looker instance is updated to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-12472?
CVE-2025-12472 affects both Looker-hosted and Self-hosted Looker instances that are running specific vulnerable versions.
What kind of attack does CVE-2025-12472 enable?
CVE-2025-12472 enables attackers with a Looker Developer role to exploit a race condition for arbitrary command execution.
When was CVE-2025-12472 reported?
CVE-2025-12472 was reported in 2025 as a vulnerability affecting certain versions of Looker.