CVE-2025-43711
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2025-43711 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Tunnelblick 3.5beta06 before 7.0, when incompletely uninstalled, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code as root (upon the next boot) by dragging a crafted Tunnelblick.app file into /Applications.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Tunnelblick 3.5beta06 before 7.0, when incompletely uninstalled, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code as root (upon the next boot) by dragging a crafted Tunnelblick.app file into /Applications.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-43711?
Tunnelblick 3.5beta06 before 7.0, when incompletely uninstalled, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code as root (upon the next boot) by dragging a crafted Tunnelblick.app file into /Applications.
How severe is CVE-2025-43711?
CVE-2025-43711 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-43711?
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-2025-43711?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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