CVE-2025-32780: BleachBit for Windows Has DLL Untrusted Path Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 15 2025(Updated: )
BleachBit cleans files to free disk space and to maintain privacy. BleachBit for Windows up to version 4.6.2 is vulnerable to a DLL Hijacking vulnerability. By placing a malicious DLL with the name uuid.dll in the folder C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\WindowsApps\, an attacker can execute arbitrary code every time BleachBit is run. This issue has been patched in version 4.9.0.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| BleachBit | <4.6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-32780?
CVE-2025-32780 is classified as a medium severity DLL Hijacking vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-32780?
To mitigate CVE-2025-32780, update BleachBit to version 4.6.3 or later, which resolves the vulnerability.
Which versions of BleachBit are affected by CVE-2025-32780?
BleachBit versions up to and including 4.6.2 are affected by CVE-2025-32780.
What type of attack does CVE-2025-32780 enable?
CVE-2025-32780 enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code by placing a malicious DLL in a specific folder.
Who is the vendor of the affected software for CVE-2025-32780?
The vendor of the affected software is BleachBit.
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