CVE-2025-13709: Tencent TFace restore_checkpoint Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 23, 2025
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Updated

Tencent TFace restorecheckpoint Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Tencent TFace. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

The specific flaw exists within the restorecheckpoint function. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-27185.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Tencent TFace
Tencent TFace
Tencent TFace<2025-09-29

Event History

Dec 23, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:34 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:44 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·09:44 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-13709?

The severity of CVE-2025-13709 is critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-13709?

To fix CVE-2025-13709, update to the latest version of Tencent TFace where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-13709?

CVE-2025-13709 is a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-13709?

Users of Tencent TFace are affected by CVE-2025-13709 if they have not applied the necessary updates.

5

What is required for an attacker to exploit CVE-2025-13709?

User interaction is required for an attacker to exploit CVE-2025-13709.

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