CVE-2025-55188: 7-Zip: Arbitrary file write on extraction, may lead to code execution
Published Aug 8, 2025
·Updated
7-Zip before 25.01 does not always properly handle symbolic links during extraction.
Affected Software
2 affected components
7-Zip 7-Zip<25.01
7-Zip 7-Zip<25.01
Event History
Aug 8, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-55188?
CVE-2025-55188 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to lead to unexpected behavior during file extraction.
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How do I fix CVE-2025-55188?
To fix CVE-2025-55188, upgrade to version 25.01 or later of 7-Zip, which includes the necessary security improvements.
3
What are the risks associated with CVE-2025-55188?
The risks associated with CVE-2025-55188 include the possibility of malicious symbolic links leading to data exposure or corruption during extraction.
4
Which versions of 7-Zip are affected by CVE-2025-55188?
CVE-2025-55188 affects all versions of 7-Zip prior to version 25.01.
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How can I verify if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2025-55188?
You can verify if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2025-55188 by checking the installed version of 7-Zip and ensuring it is version 25.01 or later.