CVE-2025-29496: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 27, 2025

Updated

libming v0.4.8 was discovered to contain a segmentation fault via the decompileDUPLICATECLIP function. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted SWF file.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Libming Libming

Libming Libming=0.4.8

Event History

Mar 27, 2025

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Description

Jan 22, 57223

Event

via FIRST·11:29 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-29496?

CVE-2025-29496 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a Denial of Service.

How does CVE-2025-29496 affect libming?

CVE-2025-29496 causes a segmentation fault within the decompileDUPLICATECLIP function of libming, leading to a Denial of Service.

Who is impacted by CVE-2025-29496?

Any users or systems running libming version 0.4.8 are vulnerable to CVE-2025-29496.

How can I mitigate CVE-2025-29496?

To mitigate CVE-2025-29496, it is recommended to update to a patched version of libming that addresses this segmentation fault.

Is CVE-2025-29496 exploitable through a specific file type?

Yes, CVE-2025-29496 can be exploited through a crafted SWF file designed to trigger the vulnerability.