CVE-2025-5914
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2025-5914 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been identified in the libarchive library, specifically within the archive_read_format_rar_seek_data() function. This flaw involves an integer overflow that can ultimately lead to a double-free condition. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability has been identified in the libarchive library, specifically within the archive_read_format_rar_seek_data() function. This flaw involves an integer overflow that can ultimately lead to a double-free condition. Exploiting a double-free vulnerability can result in memory corruption, enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libarchive | Libarchive | < 3.8.0 |
| Redhat | Openshift Container Platform | 4.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 8.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 9.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 10.0 |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14130Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14135Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14137Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14141Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14142Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14525Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14528Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14594Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14644Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14808Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14810Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:14828Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:15024Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:15397Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:15709Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:15827Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:15828Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:16524Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:18217Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:18218Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:18219Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:19041Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:19046Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:21885Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:21913Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:0326Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2025-5914Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2370861Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libarchive/libarchive/pull/2598Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/libarchive/libarchive/pull/2598Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-5914?
A vulnerability has been identified in the libarchive library, specifically within the archive_read_format_rar_seek_data() function. This flaw involves an integer overflow that can ultimately lead to a double-free condition. Exploiting a double-free vulnerability can result in memory corruption, enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition.
How severe is CVE-2025-5914?
CVE-2025-5914 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-5914?
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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