CVE-2025-29480: Buffer Overflow
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in gdal 3.10.2 allows a local attacker to cause a denial of service via the OGRSpatialReference::Release function. NOTE: the Supplier indicates that the report is invalid and could not be reproduced.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/gdalto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.10.3-r0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-29480?
CVE-2025-29480 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How does CVE-2025-29480 affect GDAL?
CVE-2025-29480 allows a local attacker to exploit a buffer overflow in the OGRSpatialReference::Release function in GDAL 3.10.2.
What versions of GDAL are impacted by CVE-2025-29480?
CVE-2025-29480 specifically affects GDAL version 3.10.2.
How do I fix CVE-2025-29480?
To remediate CVE-2025-29480, upgrade GDAL to a version that does not have this vulnerability.
Can CVE-2025-29480 lead to data loss?
While CVE-2025-29480 primarily results in denial of service, it may indirectly lead to data loss if an attacker exploits it in a targeted manner.