CVE-2025-2291
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2025-2291 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Password can be used past expiry in PgBouncer due to auth_query not taking into account Postgres its VALID UNTIL value, which allows an attacker to log in with an already expired password. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Password can be used past expiry in PgBouncer due to auth_query not taking into account Postgres its VALID UNTIL value, which allows an attacker to log in with an already expired password
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pgbouncer | Pgbouncer | < 1.24.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 11.0 |
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/05/msg00032.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-2291?
Password can be used past expiry in PgBouncer due to auth_query not taking into account Postgres its VALID UNTIL value, which allows an attacker to log in with an already expired password
How severe is CVE-2025-2291?
CVE-2025-2291 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-2291?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2025-2291?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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