CVE-2025-29339: High severity open5gs upf vulnerability

Published Apr 22, 2025
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Updated

An issue in UPF in Open5GS UPF versions up to v2.7.2 results an assertion failure vulnerability in PFCP session parameter validation. When processing a PFCP Session Establishment Request with PDN Type=0, the UPF fails to handle the invalid value propagated from SMF (or via direct attack), triggering a fatal assertion check and causing a daemon crash.

Affected Software

2 affected components
open5gs upf<=2.7.2
open5gs open5gs<=2.7.2

Event History

Apr 22, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-29339?

CVE-2025-29339 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause assertion failures during PFCP session handling.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-29339?

To mitigate CVE-2025-29339, update Open5GS UPF to version 2.7.3 or later.

3

What are the consequences of CVE-2025-29339?

Exploitation of CVE-2025-29339 can lead to crashes of the UPF, potentially disrupting network services.

4

Which versions of Open5GS UPF are affected by CVE-2025-29339?

Open5GS UPF versions up to and including 2.7.2 are affected by CVE-2025-29339.

5

Is CVE-2025-29339 a remote vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2025-29339 can be triggered remotely through malicious PFCP Session Establishment Requests.

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