CVE-2025-36939

MEDIUMCVSS 5.7/10EPSS 0.23%

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CVE-2025-36939 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Multiple vulnerabilities exist in OpenThread's handling of MLE packets. An authenticated attacker on the same Thread network could send specially crafted packets to cause a denial of service. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Multiple vulnerabilities exist in OpenThread's handling of MLE packets. An authenticated attacker on the same Thread network could send specially crafted packets to cause a denial of service. These issues include triggerable assertion failures and a stack-based buffer overflow.

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Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GoogleNest Wifi Router Firmware3.78.518349
GoogleNest Wifi Point Firmware3.78.518349
GoogleNest Wifi Pro Firmware3.78.518349

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Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-36939?
Multiple vulnerabilities exist in OpenThread's handling of MLE packets. An authenticated attacker on the same Thread network could send specially crafted packets to cause a denial of service. These issues include triggerable assertion failures and a stack-based buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2025-36939?
CVE-2025-36939 has a CVSS score of 5.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-36939?
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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Source: NVD / NIST