CVE-2025-9390: vim xxd xxd.c main buffer overflow

Published Aug 24, 2025
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Updated

A security flaw has been discovered in vim up to 9.1.1615. Affected by this vulnerability is the function main of the file src/xxd/xxd.c of the component xxd. The manipulation results in buffer overflow. The attack requires a local approach. The exploit has been released to the public and may be exploited. Upgrading to version 9.1.1616 addresses this issue. The patch is identified as eeef7c77436a78cd27047b0f5fa6925d56de3cb0. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

Affected Software

2 affected components
vim xxd<=9.1.1615
vim Vim>=9.1.1459<9.1.1616

Event History

Aug 24, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 28, 57989
Event
via FIRST·05:32 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-9390?

CVE-2025-9390 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local buffer overflow exploits.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-9390?

To fix CVE-2025-9390, update Vim to version 9.1.1616 or later, which contains the necessary patches.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-9390?

CVE-2025-9390 affects users of Vim xxd up to version 9.1.1615.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2025-9390 involve?

CVE-2025-9390 involves a local buffer overflow attack that can be exploited by an attacker with local access.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2025-9390?

The implications of CVE-2025-9390 include potential arbitrary code execution on the affected system, leading to a severe security breach.

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