CVE-2025-31177: Gnuplot: gnuplot heap-buffer overflow on utf8_copy_one

Published Mar 27, 2025
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Updated

gnuplot 6.1 is affected by heap-buffer-overflow when executing function utf8copyone. This may result in local code execution.

Other sources

gnuplot is affected by a heap buffer overflow at function utf8copyone.

NVD

Affected Software

2 affected components
gnuplot gnuplot
gnuplot gnuplot=6.1.0

Event History

Mar 27, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 7, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 18, 57990
Event
via MITRE·02:51 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-31177?

CVE-2025-31177 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local code execution from a heap buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-31177?

To fix CVE-2025-31177, upgrade to the patched version of Gnuplot that addresses the heap buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-31177?

The potential impacts of CVE-2025-31177 include the risk of local code execution on affected systems.

4

Which versions of Gnuplot are affected by CVE-2025-31177?

Gnuplot 6.1 is specifically affected by CVE-2025-31177, which may lead to security issues.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-31177?

Currently, the best approach is to update to a secure version of Gnuplot, as there are no official workarounds for CVE-2025-31177.

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