CVE-2025-15280: (0Day) FontForge SFD File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2025
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Updated

FontForge SFD File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of FontForge. 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 parsing of SFD files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-28525.

Affected Software

3 affected components
FontForge FontForge
FontForge FontForge
FontForge FontForge=2025-11-17

Event History

Dec 31, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:59 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:06 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·07:06 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-15280?

CVE-2025-15280 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-15280?

To fix CVE-2025-15280, update your FontForge installation to the latest version where this vulnerability is patched.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-15280?

CVE-2025-15280 affects users of FontForge who open specially crafted SFD files.

4

Can CVE-2025-15280 be exploited without user interaction?

No, CVE-2025-15280 requires user interaction, as a user must open a malicious SFD file for the exploit to succeed.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-15280?

CVE-2025-15280 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution in FontForge.

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