CVE-2025-2721: GNOME libgsf gsf_base64_encode_simple heap-based overflow
First published: Tue Mar 25 2025(Updated: )
Rejected reason: ** REJECT ** DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultIDs: none. Reason: This candidate was withdrawn by its CNA. Further investigation showed that it was not a security issue. Notes: The code maintainer explains that "[the] call is invalid [as] the buffer pointed to by "data" must have "len" valid bytes." The documentation was fixed to make that clear.
Credit: cna@vuldb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libgsf | <=1.14.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-2721?
CVE-2025-2721 has been classified as a critical vulnerability.
What is affected by CVE-2025-2721?
CVE-2025-2721 affects GNOME libgsf versions up to 1.14.53.
How do I fix CVE-2025-2721?
To fix CVE-2025-2721, update GNOME libgsf to the latest version available beyond 1.14.53.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-2721?
CVE-2025-2721 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Is CVE-2025-2721 a local or remote attack vector?
CVE-2025-2721 requires a local attack approach.
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