CVE-2025-54605: High severity Bitcoin Core vulnerability
Published Oct 28, 2025
·Updated
Bitcoin Core through 29.0 allows Uncontrolled Resource Consumption (issue 2 of 2).
Affected Software
2 affected components
Bitcoin Core<=29.0
Bitcoin Bitcoin Core<30.0
Event History
Oct 28, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-54605?
CVE-2025-54605 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for uncontrolled resource consumption.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-54605?
To fix CVE-2025-54605, update your Bitcoin Core software to the latest version beyond 29.0.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-54605?
CVE-2025-54605 is classified as an uncontrolled resource consumption vulnerability.
4
What versions of Bitcoin Core are affected by CVE-2025-54605?
CVE-2025-54605 affects all versions of Bitcoin Core up to and including 29.0.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-54605?
The potential impacts of CVE-2025-54605 include service disruption and denial of service due to excessive resource consumption.