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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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
stardict stardict

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-55014?

To fix CVE-2025-55014, update StarDict to the latest version where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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.

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