CVE-2025-59698
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2025-59698 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Entrust nShield Connect XC, nShield 5c, and nShield HSMi through 13.6.11, or 13.7 (patched in 13.6.12 (LTS) and 13.9.0 (STS)), might allow a physically proximate attacker to gain access to the EOL legacy bootloader.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Entrust nShield Connect XC, nShield 5c, and nShield HSMi through 13.6.11, or 13.7 (patched in 13.6.12 (LTS) and 13.9.0 (STS)), might allow a physically proximate attacker to gain access to the EOL legacy bootloader.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Entrust | Nshield 5c Firmware | < 13.6.12 |
| Entrust | Nshield 5c Firmware | >= 13.7, < 13.9.0 |
| Entrust | Nshield Hsmi Firmware | < 13.6.12 |
| Entrust | Nshield Hsmi Firmware | >= 13.7, < 13.9.0 |
| Entrust | Nshield Connect Xc Base Firmware | < 13.6.12 |
| Entrust | Nshield Connect Xc Base Firmware | >= 13.7, < 13.9.0 |
| Entrust | Nshield Connect Xc Mid Firmware | < 13.6.12 |
| Entrust | Nshield Connect Xc Mid Firmware | >= 13.7, < 13.9.0 |
| Entrust | Nshield Connect Xc High Firmware | < 13.6.12 |
| Entrust | Nshield Connect Xc High Firmware | >= 13.7, < 13.9.0 |
References
- https://github.com/google/security-research/security/advisories/GHSA-6q4x-m86j-gfwjExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/google/security-research/security/advisories/GHSA-6q4x-m86j-gfwjExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-59698?
Entrust nShield Connect XC, nShield 5c, and nShield HSMi through 13.6.11, or 13.7 (patched in 13.6.12 (LTS) and 13.9.0 (STS)), might allow a physically proximate attacker to gain access to the EOL legacy bootloader.
How severe is CVE-2025-59698?
CVE-2025-59698 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-59698?
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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