CVE-2025-50674: Input Validation
Published Aug 22, 2025
·Updated
An issue was discovered in the changePassword method in file /usr/share/php/openmediavault/system/user.inc in OpenMediaVault 7.4.17 allowing local authenticated attackers to escalate privileges to root.
Affected Software
2 affected components
OpenMediaVault OpenMediaVault
OpenMediaVault OpenMediaVault=7.4.17
Event History
Aug 22, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-50674?
CVE-2025-50674 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation to root.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-50674?
To fix CVE-2025-50674, it is recommended to update OpenMediaVault to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-50674?
CVE-2025-50674 affects local authenticated users of OpenMediaVault versions before the fix.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-50674?
CVE-2025-50674 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the changePassword method of OpenMediaVault.
5
Can CVE-2025-50674 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-50674 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local authentication for exploitation.