CVE-2025-59534: CryptoLib command Injection vulnerability in initialize_kerberos_keytab_file_login()

Published Sep 23, 2025
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Updated

CryptoLib provides a software-only solution using the CCSDS Space Data Link Security Protocol - Extended Procedures (SDLS-EP) to secure communications between a spacecraft running the core Flight System (cFS) and a ground station. Prior to version 1.4.2, there is a command Injection vulnerability in initializekerberoskeytabfilelogin(). The vulnerability exists because the code directly interpolates user-controlled input into a shell command and executes it via system() without any sanitization or validation. This issue has been patched in version 1.4.2.

Affected Software

2 affected components
CryptoLib CryptoLib<1.4.2
nasa CryptoLib<1.4.2

Event History

Sep 23, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:25 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-59534?

CVE-2025-59534 is classified with a high severity due to potential command injection vulnerabilities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-59534?

To fix CVE-2025-59534, update CryptoLib to version 1.4.2 or later.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-59534?

The impacts of CVE-2025-59534 include unauthorized command execution which could compromise the integrity of spacecraft communications.

4

Which versions of CryptoLib are affected by CVE-2025-59534?

CVE-2025-59534 affects all versions of CryptoLib prior to 1.4.2.

5

Who is responsible for mitigating CVE-2025-59534?

It is the responsibility of users and administrators of CryptoLib to implement the necessary updates and mitigations for CVE-2025-59534.

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