CVE-2025-8862: High severity Yugabyte YugabyteDB vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2025
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Updated

YugabyteDB has been collecting diagnostics information from YugabyteDB servers, which may include sensitive gflag configurations. To mitigate this, we recommend upgrading the database to a version where this information is properly redacted.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Yugabyte YugabyteDB

Event History

Aug 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:40 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Oct 6, 57909
Event
via FIRST·05:29 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-8862?

CVE-2025-8862 is considered to have a moderate severity due to exposure of potentially sensitive configuration information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-8862?

To fix CVE-2025-8862, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of YugabyteDB where sensitive gflag configurations are properly redacted.

3

What information is at risk in CVE-2025-8862?

CVE-2025-8862 may expose sensitive gflag configurations that could lead to unauthorized access or exploitation.

4

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-8862?

Currently, the primary mitigation for CVE-2025-8862 is to upgrade to a secure version of YugabyteDB, as there are no definitive workarounds.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2025-8862?

All users of YugabyteDB that have diagnostics information enabled may be affected by CVE-2025-8862.

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