CVE-2025-2584: WebAssembly wabt binary-reader-interp.cc GetReturnCallDropKeepCount heap-based overflow

Published Mar 21, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in WebAssembly wabt 1.0.36. It has been declared as critical. This vulnerability affects the function BinaryReaderInterp::GetReturnCallDropKeepCount of the file wabt/src/interp/binary-reader-interp.cc. The manipulation leads to heap-based buffer overflow. The attack can be initiated remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation appears to be difficult. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Affected Software

2 affected components
WebAssembly wabt
WebAssembly wabt=1.0.36

Event History

Mar 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:31 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:31 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 23, 58462
Event
via NVD·03:26 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2584?

CVE-2025-2584 has been declared as critical due to the potential for heap-based buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-2584?

To mitigate CVE-2025-2584, update WebAssembly wabt to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2025-2584?

CVE-2025-2584 affects the WebAssembly wabt tool, specifically the BinaryReaderInterp::GetReturnCallDropKeepCount function.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-2584?

CVE-2025-2584 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2025-2584 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-2584 could potentially be exploited remotely, depending on the context in which the affected software is used.

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