CVE-2025-5168: Open Asset Import Library Assimp MDLLoader.cpp ImportUVCoordinate_3DGS_MDL345 out-of-bounds

Published May 26, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in Open Asset Import Library Assimp 5.4.3. It has been rated as problematic. Affected by this issue is the function MDLImporter::ImportUVCoordinate3DGSMDL345 of the file assimp/code/AssetLib/MDL/MDLLoader.cpp. The manipulation of the argument iIndex leads to out-of-bounds read. An attack has to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The project decided to collect all Fuzzer bugs in a main-issue to address them in the future.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Assimp Open Asset Import Library
Assimp Assimp=5.4.3

Event History

May 26, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 7, 57425
Event
via FIRST·05:40 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-5168?

CVE-2025-5168 is rated as problematic.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-5168?

To fix CVE-2025-5168, update to the latest version of the Open Asset Import Library Assimp.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2025-5168?

CVE-2025-5168 affects Open Asset Import Library Assimp version 5.4.3.

4

What function is impacted by CVE-2025-5168?

The function impacted by CVE-2025-5168 is MDLImporter::ImportUVCoordinate_3DGS_MDL345.

5

Can CVE-2025-5168 lead to exploitation?

Yes, the vulnerability in CVE-2025-5168 can potentially be exploited through manipulation of the argument iIndex.

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