Advisory Published

ZDI-25-268: GStreamer Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Wed Apr 30 2025(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of GStreamer. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.0. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-2759.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GStreamer

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-25-268?

    The severity of ZDI-25-268 is rated at 7.0 on the CVSS scale.

  • How does ZDI-25-268 affect GStreamer installations?

    ZDI-25-268 allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected GStreamer installations.

  • What conditions must be met to exploit ZDI-25-268?

    To exploit ZDI-25-268, an attacker must first execute low-privileged code on the target system.

  • Are there any known exploits for ZDI-25-268?

    Currently, there are no publicly known exploits for ZDI-25-268.

  • How can I mitigate the risks associated with ZDI-25-268?

    Mitigation for ZDI-25-268 involves ensuring the GStreamer software is updated to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.

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