CVE-2025-46400: Xfig: fig2dev segmentation fault in read_arcobject

Published Apr 23, 2025
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Updated

In xfig diagramming tool, a segmentation fault while running fig2dev allows an attacker to availability via local input manipulation via readarcobject function.

Other sources

Segmentation fault in fig2dev in version 3.2.9a allows an attacker to availability via local input manipulation via readarcobject function.

Red Hat

Affected Software

6 affected components
Xfig fig2dev
Fig2dev Project Fig2dev=3.2.9a
redhat Enterprise Linux=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=8.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=9.0

Event History

Apr 23, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 24, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-46400?

CVE-2025-46400 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a segmentation fault and compromise system availability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-46400?

To fix CVE-2025-46400, it is recommended to update to the latest version of fig2dev that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2025-46400?

CVE-2025-46400 affects the fig2dev software, specifically version 3.2.9a.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-46400?

CVE-2025-46400 is a segmentation fault vulnerability that can lead to denial of service when exploited.

5

Can CVE-2025-46400 be exploited locally?

Yes, CVE-2025-46400 can be exploited via local input manipulation, making it accessible to local users.

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