CVE-2025-62792: Wazuh vulnerable to Heap-based Buffer Over-read in w_expression_match

Published Oct 29, 2025
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Updated

Wazuh is a free and open source platform used for threat prevention, detection, and response. Prior to 4.12.0, a buffer over-read occurs in wexpressionmatch() when strlen() is called on strtest, because the corresponding buffer is not being properly NULL terminated during its allocation in OSCleanMSG(). A compromised agent can cause a READ operation beyond the end of the allocated buffer (which may contain sensitive information) by sending a specially crafted message to the wazuh manager. An attacker who is able to craft and send an agent message to the wazuh manager can cause a buffer over-read and potentially access sensitive data. This vulnerability is fixed in 4.12.0.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Wazuh Wazuh<4.12.0
Wazuh Wazuh<4.12.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Wazuh to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.12.0

Event History

Oct 29, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:50 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-62792?

CVE-2025-62792 has been classified with a severity level that indicates a significant risk due to a buffer over-read vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-62792?

To fix CVE-2025-62792, update your Wazuh installation to version 4.12.0 or later.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2025-62792?

CVE-2025-62792 affects Wazuh versions prior to 4.12.0.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-62792?

CVE-2025-62792 may lead to potential data leakage or exploitation due to improper buffer handling.

5

Is CVE-2025-62792 an open source vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2025-62792 affects an open source platform, Wazuh.

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