https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2025/q2/59: Multiple vulnerabilities in libxml2
Published Apr 17, 2025
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Affected Software
2 affected components
Gnome libxml2<2.14.2, <2.13.8
Gnome libxml2>=2.9.5
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-32414?
CVE-2025-32414 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to severe consequences, including the potential for arbitrary code execution.
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How do I fix CVE-2025-32414?
To fix CVE-2025-32414, upgrade to libxml2 version 2.14.2 or 2.13.8, as older versions will not receive official updates.
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What impact does CVE-2025-32414 have on applications using libxml2?
CVE-2025-32414 can affect applications that use the Python API of libxml2, leading to potential exploitation through specially crafted input.
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Are there any workarounds for CVE-2025-32414?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2025-32414; updating to a secure version is the recommended approach.
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Is CVE-2025-32414 present in older versions of libxml2?
Yes, CVE-2025-32414 exists in older versions of libxml2 prior to the fixed releases 2.14.2 and 2.13.8.