CVE-2025-53628

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.44%

Last modified

CVE-2025-53628 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. cpp-httplib is a C++11 single-file header-only cross platform HTTP/HTTPS library. Prior to 0.20.1, cpp-httplib does not have a limit for a unique line, permitting an attacker to explore this to allocate memory arbitrarily. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

cpp-httplib is a C++11 single-file header-only cross platform HTTP/HTTPS library. Prior to 0.20.1, cpp-httplib does not have a limit for a unique line, permitting an attacker to explore this to allocate memory arbitrarily. This vulnerability is fixed in 0.20.1. NOTE: This vulnerability is related to CVE-2025-53629.

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Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
YhiroseCpp-Httplib< 0.20.1

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Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-53628?
cpp-httplib is a C++11 single-file header-only cross platform HTTP/HTTPS library. Prior to 0.20.1, cpp-httplib does not have a limit for a unique line, permitting an attacker to explore this to allocate memory arbitrarily. This vulnerability is fixed in 0.20.1. NOTE: This vulnerability is related to CVE-2025-53629.
How severe is CVE-2025-53628?
CVE-2025-53628 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-53628?
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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