CVE-2025-8067: Udisks: out-of-bounds read in udisks daemon
A flaw was found in the Udisks daemon, where it allows unprivileged users to create loop devices using the D-BUS system. This is achieved via the loop device handler, which handles requests sent through the D-BUS interface. As two of the parameters of this handle, it receives the file descriptor list and index specifying the file where the loop device should be backed. The function itself validates the index value to ensure it isn't bigger than the maximum value allowed. However, it fails to validate the lower bound, allowing the index parameter to be a negative value. Under these circumstances, an attacker can cause the UDisks daemon to crash or perform a local privilege escalation by gaining access to files owned by privileged users.
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The UDisks daemon contains an out-of-bounds (OOB) read vulnerability that can be triggered by an unprivileged user via system bus. Successful exploitation leads to a crash of the daemon process, or mapping of an internal file descriptor from the daemon process onto a loop device, likely resulting in local privilege escalation.
— Red Hat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-8067?
CVE-2025-8067 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for unprivileged users to exploit it.
How do I fix CVE-2025-8067?
To mitigate CVE-2025-8067, users should update to the latest version of the Udisks package that addresses this flaw.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-8067?
CVE-2025-8067 affects systems running Udisks that utilize the D-BUS interface for loop device management.
What is the impact of CVE-2025-8067?
The impact of CVE-2025-8067 allows unprivileged users to create loop devices, potentially leading to unauthorized access to system resources.
When was CVE-2025-8067 reported?
CVE-2025-8067 was reported in 2025 and highlights a significant security concern regarding the Udisks daemon.