CVE-2025-5273

MEDIUMCVSS 6.9/10EPSS 0.33%

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CVE-2025-5273 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.9/10 on the CVSS scale. Versions of the package mcp-markdownify-server before 1.0.0 are vulnerable to Files or Directories Accessible to External Parties via the get-markdown-file tool. An attacker can craft a prompt that, once accessed by the MCP host, will allow it to read arbitrary files from the host running the server.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Versions of the package mcp-markdownify-server before 1.0.0 are vulnerable to Files or Directories Accessible to External Parties via the get-markdown-file tool. An attacker can craft a prompt that, once accessed by the MCP host, will allow it to read arbitrary files from the host running the server.

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Weakness Enumeration

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-5273?
Versions of the package mcp-markdownify-server before 1.0.0 are vulnerable to Files or Directories Accessible to External Parties via the get-markdown-file tool. An attacker can craft a prompt that, once accessed by the MCP host, will allow it to read arbitrary files from the host running the server.
How severe is CVE-2025-5273?
CVE-2025-5273 has a CVSS score of 6.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-5273?
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