CVE-2025-2713: Improper File Permission Handling in Google gVisor runsc
First published: Fri Mar 28 2025(Updated: )
Google gVisor's runsc component exhibited a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to incorrect handling of file access permissions, which allowed unprivileged users to access restricted files. This occurred because the process initially ran with root-like permissions until the first fork.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| gVisor |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-2713?
CVE-2025-2713 has been classified with a high severity level due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2025-2713?
To fix CVE-2025-2713, update Google gVisor to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-2713?
CVE-2025-2713 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability caused by incorrect file access permission handling.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-2713?
CVE-2025-2713 affects users of Google gVisor who may be exploited by unprivileged users accessing restricted files.
What is Google gVisor?
Google gVisor is a container security runtime that helps secure applications by providing isolation between containers and the host system.
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