CVE-2025-12741: Arbitrary File Write in Denodo dialect of Looker allows Remote Code Execution
A Looker user with Developer role could create a database connection using Denodo driver and, by manipulating LookML, cause Looker to execute a malicious command.
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/ : 24.12.108+ 24.18.200+ 25.0.78+ 25.6.65+ 25.8.47+ 25.12.10+ 25.14+
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-12741?
CVE-2025-12741 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential to execute malicious commands.
How do I fix CVE-2025-12741?
To fix CVE-2025-12741, upgrade to a version of Looker that is not affected, specifically above version 25.14.
Which versions of Looker are affected by CVE-2025-12741?
CVE-2025-12741 affects Looker versions prior to 25.14, including various earlier versions in the 24 and 25 series.
Is both Looker-hosted and Self-hosted version vulnerable to CVE-2025-12741?
Yes, both Looker-hosted and Self-hosted versions are vulnerable to CVE-2025-12741.
Can a Looker user with a standard role exploit CVE-2025-12741?
No, only Looker users with a Developer role can exploit the vulnerability in CVE-2025-12741.