https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2025/q3/81: StarDict sends the user's X11 selection to the network
Published Aug 8, 2025
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Affected Software
1 affected component
stardict stardict
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-55014?
CVE-2025-55014 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive user data.
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How do I fix CVE-2025-55014?
To fix CVE-2025-55014, update StarDict to the latest version where the vulnerability has been addressed.
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What does CVE-2025-55014 affect?
CVE-2025-55014 affects the StarDict application by allowing it to improperly send the user's X11 selection to the network.
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What are the potential risks of CVE-2025-55014?
The potential risks of CVE-2025-55014 include unauthorized access to the user's clipboard data and exposure of sensitive information.
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Is CVE-2025-55014 actively being exploited?
As of the latest information, there is no evidence that CVE-2025-55014 is actively being exploited in the wild.