CVE-2025-1253: Potential stack buffer write overflow in license-managed Core Libraries when setting RTI_LICENSE_FILE environment variable
First published: Thu May 08 2025(Updated: )
Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow') vulnerability in RTI Connext Professional (Core Libraries) allows Overflow Variables and Tags.This issue affects Connext Professional: from 7.4.0 before 7.5.0, from 7.0.0 before 7.3.0.7, from 4.5 before 6.1.2.23.
Credit: 3f572a00-62e2-4423-959a-7ea25eff1638
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| RTI Connext DDS Professional | >7.4.0<7.5.0>7.0.0<7.3.0.7>4.5<6.1.2.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-1253?
CVE-2025-1253 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability, which can lead to significant security risks such as arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-1253?
To remediate CVE-2025-1253, upgrade RTI Connext Professional to version 7.5.0 or higher, or to version 7.3.0.7 or higher respectively.
What versions of RTI Connext Professional are affected by CVE-2025-1253?
CVE-2025-1253 affects RTI Connext Professional versions before 7.5.0, before 7.3.0.7, and versions from 4.5 before 6.1.2.23.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2025-1253 allow?
CVE-2025-1253 can potentially allow attackers to exploit the buffer overflow vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or cause application crashes.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2025-1253?
As of now, specific exploits for CVE-2025-1253 have not been publicly reported, but the vulnerability presents a risk that should be addressed.
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