CVE-2025-32728
First published: Thu Apr 10 2025(Updated: )
In sshd in OpenSSH before 10.0, the DisableForwarding directive does not adhere to the documentation stating that it disables X11 and agent forwarding.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenSSH server | <10.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://lists.mindrot.org/pipermail/openssh-unix-dev/2025-April/041879.html
- https://www.openssh.com/txt/release-10.0
- https://github.com/openssh/openssh-portable/commit/fc86875e6acb36401dfc1dfb6b628a9d1460f367
- https://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/7.6/common/013_ssh.patch.sig
- https://www.openssh.com/txt/release-7.4
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/05/msg00008.html
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250425-0002/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-32728?
CVE-2025-32728 has been assessed as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on secure remote session forwarding.
How do I fix CVE-2025-32728?
To fix CVE-2025-32728, you should upgrade OpenSSH to version 10.0 or later where the DisableForwarding directive functions as documented.
What are the consequences of CVE-2025-32728?
The consequences of CVE-2025-32728 include the unintended allowance of X11 and agent forwarding, which could lead to security breaches.
Which versions of OpenSSH are affected by CVE-2025-32728?
CVE-2025-32728 affects OpenSSH versions prior to 10.0, specifically affecting the sshd component.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-32728?
A workaround for CVE-2025-32728 is to manually configure the forwarding settings in your SSH configuration until an upgrade can be applied.
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