CVE-2025-36171
MEDIUMCVSS 4.9/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2025-36171 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.9/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.0 through 5.0.13.1 could allow a privileged user to cause a denial of service from improperly validated API input due to excessive resource consumption.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.0 through 5.0.13.1 could allow a privileged user to cause a denial of service from improperly validated API input due to excessive resource consumption.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aspera Faspex | >= 5.0.0, < 5.0.14 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7247502Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-36171?
IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.0 through 5.0.13.1 could allow a privileged user to cause a denial of service from improperly validated API input due to excessive resource consumption.
How severe is CVE-2025-36171?
CVE-2025-36171 has a CVSS score of 4.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-36171?
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-2025-36171?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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