CVE-2025-5687
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2025-5687 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in Mozilla VPN on macOS allows privilege escalation from a normal user to root. *This bug only affects Mozilla VPN on macOS. Other operating systems are unaffected.*. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability in Mozilla VPN on macOS allows privilege escalation from a normal user to root. *This bug only affects Mozilla VPN on macOS. Other operating systems are unaffected.*. This vulnerability was fixed in Mozilla VPN 2.28.0 (macOS).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Vpn | < 2.28.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1953736Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2025-48/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-5687?
A vulnerability in Mozilla VPN on macOS allows privilege escalation from a normal user to root.
*This bug only affects Mozilla VPN on macOS. Other operating systems are unaffected.*. This vulnerability was fixed in Mozilla VPN 2.28.0 (macOS).
How severe is CVE-2025-5687?
CVE-2025-5687 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-5687?
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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