CVE-2025-8698: Open5GS AMF Service nsmf-handler.c amf_nsmf_pdusession_handle_release_sm_context assertion

Published Aug 7, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in Open5GS up to 2.7.5. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is the function amfnsmfpdusessionhandlereleasesmcontext of the file src/amf/nsmf-handler.c of the component AMF Service. The manipulation leads to reachable assertion. Attacking locally is a requirement. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The name of the patch is 66bc558e417e70ae216ec155e4e81c14ae0ecf30. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.

Affected Software

2 affected components
open5gs open5gs<=2.7.5
open5gs open5gs<=2.7.5

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Open5GS AMF Service to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.7.5Patch 66bc558e417e70ae216ec155e4e81c14ae0ecf30

Event History

Aug 7, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:32 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 21, 58473
Event
via NVD·09:50 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-8698?

CVE-2025-8698 has been classified as problematic due to its potential impact on the AMF Service in Open5GS.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-8698?

To fix CVE-2025-8698, update your Open5GS installation to a version later than 2.7.5.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2025-8698?

CVE-2025-8698 affects the AMF Service specifically in the function amf_nsmf_pdusession_handle_release_sm_context.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-8698?

CVE-2025-8698 is classified as a reachability vulnerability resulting in an assertion failure.

5

Which versions of Open5GS are impacted by CVE-2025-8698?

Open5GS versions up to and including 2.7.5 are impacted by CVE-2025-8698.

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