CVE-2025-6119: Open Asset Import Library Assimp BVHLoader.cpp ReadNodeChannels use after free

Published Jun 16, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Open Asset Import Library Assimp up to 5.4.3. Affected is the function Assimp::BVHLoader::ReadNodeChannels in the library assimp/code/AssetLib/BVH/BVHLoader.cpp. The manipulation of the argument pNode leads to use after free. Attacking locally is a requirement. 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

1 affected component
Assimp Assimp<=5.4.3

Event History

Jun 16, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 1, 57444
Event
via FIRST·12:18 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-6119?

CVE-2025-6119 is classified as a critical vulnerability.

2

What causes CVE-2025-6119?

CVE-2025-6119 is caused by a use-after-free vulnerability in the Assimp::BVHLoader::ReadNodeChannels function.

3

How do I fix CVE-2025-6119?

To fix CVE-2025-6119, upgrade Assimp to version 5.4.4 or later.

4

Which versions of Assimp are affected by CVE-2025-6119?

CVE-2025-6119 affects Assimp versions up to and including 5.4.3.

5

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2025-6119?

Exploiting CVE-2025-6119 may lead to application crashes or potential arbitrary code execution.

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