ZDI-25-1155: (0Day) NSF Unidata NetCDF-C Attribute Name Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NSF Unidata NetCDF-C. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of attribute names. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NSF Unidata NetCDF-C. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-14936.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-25-1155?
The severity of ZDI-25-1155 is high due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-25-1155?
To fix ZDI-25-1155, apply the latest security patch provided by the vendor for NSF Unidata NetCDF-C.
Who is affected by ZDI-25-1155?
Users of NSF Unidata NetCDF-C are affected by the ZDI-25-1155 vulnerability.
What type of exploit is associated with ZDI-25-1155?
ZDI-25-1155 is associated with a remote code execution exploit that requires user interaction.
What are the potential impacts of ZDI-25-1155?
The potential impacts of ZDI-25-1155 include unauthorized access and control over the affected systems.