CVE-2025-53511: Buffer Overflow
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the MFER parsing functionality of The Biosig Project libbiosig 3.9.0 and Master Branch (35a819fa). A specially crafted MFER file can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-53511?
The severity of CVE-2025-53511 is considered critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-53511?
To fix CVE-2025-53511, update to a patched version of The Biosig Project libbiosig that addresses this heap-based buffer overflow.
What versions of libbiosig are affected by CVE-2025-53511?
CVE-2025-53511 affects version 3.9.0 and the Master Branch (35a819fa) of The Biosig Project libbiosig.
What is a heap-based buffer overflow in the context of CVE-2025-53511?
A heap-based buffer overflow in CVE-2025-53511 occurs when improperly handled data leads to overwriting memory in the heap, resulting in exploitation opportunities.
What types of attacks can be performed using CVE-2025-53511?
Using CVE-2025-53511, an attacker can execute arbitrary code by supplying a specially crafted MFER file.