CVE-2025-59029
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2025-59029 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An attacker can trigger an assertion failure by requesting crafted DNS records, waiting for them to be inserted into the records cache, then send a query with qtype set to ANY.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An attacker can trigger an assertion failure by requesting crafted DNS records, waiting for them to be inserted into the records cache, then send a query with qtype set to ANY.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerdns | Recursor | 5.3.0 |
| Powerdns | Recursor | 5.3.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-59029?
An attacker can trigger an assertion failure by requesting crafted DNS records, waiting for them to be inserted into the records cache, then send a query with qtype set to ANY.
How severe is CVE-2025-59029?
CVE-2025-59029 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-59029?
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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