CVE-2025-28164
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2025-28164 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer Overflow vulnerability in libpng 1.6.43-1.6.46 allows a local attacker to cause a denial of service via png_create_read_struct() function.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in libpng 1.6.43-1.6.46 allows a local attacker to cause a denial of service via png_create_read_struct() function.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libpng | Libpng | >= 1.6.43, <= 1.6.46 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/kittener/506516f8c22178005b4379c8b2a7de20Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/pnggroup/libpng/issues/655Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-28164?
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in libpng 1.6.43-1.6.46 allows a local attacker to cause a denial of service via png_create_read_struct() function.
How severe is CVE-2025-28164?
CVE-2025-28164 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-28164?
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.
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