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CVE-2025-44654

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.08%

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CVE-2025-44654 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Linksys E2500 3.0.04.002, the chroot_local_user option is enabled in the vsftpd configuration file. This could lead to unauthorized access to system files, privilege escalation, or use of the compromised server as a pivot point for internal network attacks.. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Linksys E2500 3.0.04.002, the chroot_local_user option is enabled in the vsftpd configuration file. This could lead to unauthorized access to system files, privilege escalation, or use of the compromised server as a pivot point for internal network attacks.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
9.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability
1.08%

60.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinksysE2500 Firmware3.0.04.002

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-44654?
In Linksys E2500 3.0.04.002, the chroot_local_user option is enabled in the vsftpd configuration file. This could lead to unauthorized access to system files, privilege escalation, or use of the compromised server as a pivot point for internal network attacks.
How severe is CVE-2025-44654?
CVE-2025-44654 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-44654?
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