CVE-2025-8746
libopts: Libopts Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Severity
LowRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · August 9, 2025
Updated · June 30, 2026
Description
A buffer overflow flaw was found in libopts. The __strstr_sse2 function is susceptible to memory corruption due to manipulation of internal data structures. A local attacker can trigger this vulnerability. Exploitation occurs through crafted input, potentially leading to a denial of service.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 3.3CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
CWE-119 · Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer