CVE-2025-63651: Use After Free

Published Jan 29, 2026
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Updated

A use-after-free in the mkstringcharsearch function (mkcore/mkstring.c) of monkey commit f37e984 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via sending a crafted HTTP request to the server.

Affected Software

2 affected components
maven/monkey/monkey
Monkey-project Monkey<=1.8.5

Event History

Jan 29, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-63651?

CVE-2025-63651 has a severity level classified as high due to the potential for Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-63651?

To mitigate CVE-2025-63651, upgrade to the latest version of the Monkey project that addresses the vulnerability.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2025-63651?

CVE-2025-63651 allows attackers to exploit a use-after-free vulnerability leading to a Denial of Service.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-63651?

CVE-2025-63651 affects all versions of the Monkey project up to and including 1.8.5.

5

What component of Monkey is vulnerable in CVE-2025-63651?

The vulnerability in CVE-2025-63651 resides in the mk_string_char_search function found in mk_core/mk_string.c.

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