CVE-2025-65741: Critical severity Sublime HQ Sublime Text 3 vulnerability

Published Dec 9, 2025
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Updated

Sublime Text 3 Build 3208 or prior for MacOS is vulnerable to Dylib Injection. An attacker could compile a .dylib file and force the execution of this library in the context of the Sublime Text application.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Sublime HQ Sublime Text 3<=3208
Sublimetext Sublime Text 3 Macos<3.2.2

Event History

Dec 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-65741?

CVE-2025-65741 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution leading to system compromise.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-65741?

To mitigate CVE-2025-65741, upgrade Sublime Text 3 to the latest version beyond Build 3208.

3

What type of attack is CVE-2025-65741 associated with?

CVE-2025-65741 is associated with Dylib Injection attacks, allowing unauthorized library execution within the Sublime Text application.

4

Which versions of Sublime Text are affected by CVE-2025-65741?

CVE-2025-65741 affects Sublime Text 3 Build 3208 and all prior versions on MacOS.

5

What platforms are impacted by CVE-2025-65741?

CVE-2025-65741 specifically impacts the MacOS platform running Sublime Text 3.

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