CVE-2025-71345: picklescan - Arbitrary Code Execution via torch.utils.bottleneck.__main__.run_autograd_prof
picklescan before 0.0.30 fails to detect malicious pickle files that invoke torch.utils.bottleneck.main.runautogradprof function. Attackers can embed undetected code in pickle files that executes during deserialization, enabling remote code execution.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
picklescanto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.0.30
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-71345?
The severity of CVE-2025-71345 is classified as high with a score of 8.1.
How do I fix CVE-2025-71345?
To fix CVE-2025-71345, upgrade to picklescan version 0.0.30 or later.
What can attackers do with CVE-2025-71345?
Attackers can leverage CVE-2025-71345 to execute arbitrary code during the deserialization of malicious pickle files.
What software is affected by CVE-2025-71345?
The affected software for CVE-2025-71345 is picklescan, specifically versions prior to 0.0.30.
How does CVE-2025-71345 exploit work?
CVE-2025-71345 exploits the vulnerability by allowing attackers to embed undetected code in pickle files that calls the torch.utils.bottleneck.__main__.run_autograd_prof function during deserialization.