CVE-2025-14857: Semtech LR11xx Memory Write Access Control Bypass

Published Apr 7, 2026
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Updated

An improper access control vulnerability exists in Semtech LoRa LR11xxx transceivers running early versions of firmware where the memory write command accessible via the physical SPI interface fails to enforce write protection on the program call stack. An attacker with physical access to the SPI interface can overwrite stack memory to hijack program control flow and achieve limited arbitrary code execution. However, the impact is limited to the active attack session: the device's secure boot mechanism prevents persistent firmware modification, the crypto engine isolates cryptographic keys from direct firmware access, and all modifications are lost upon device reboot or loss of physical access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Semtech LR11xx transceiver firmware

Event History

Apr 7, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:56 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-14857?

CVE-2025-14857 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized memory access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14857?

To fix CVE-2025-14857, upgrade the Semtech LR11xx transceiver firmware to the latest version that includes the required access control updates.

3

What is CVE-2025-14857?

CVE-2025-14857 is a vulnerability in Semtech LR11xx transceivers that allows a bypass of memory write access control through the SPI interface.

4

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-14857?

CVE-2025-14857 affects early versions of the firmware running on Semtech LR11xx transceivers.

5

Is CVE-2025-14857 actively exploited?

There is currently no public information indicating that CVE-2025-14857 is actively being exploited in the wild.

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