CVE-2025-6075
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2025-6075 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. If the value passed to os.path.expandvars() is user-controlled a performance degradation is possible when expanding environment variables.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
If the value passed to os.path.expandvars() is user-controlled a performance degradation is possible when expanding environment variables.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Python | Python | < 3.9.0 | — |
| Python | Python | >= 3.13.1, < 3.13.11 | — |
| Python | Python | >= 3.14.0, < 3.14.1 | — |
| Python | Python | 3.15.0 | Alpha1 |
References
- https://github.com/python/cpython/issues/136065Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-6075?
If the value passed to os.path.expandvars() is user-controlled a
performance degradation is possible when expanding environment
variables.
How severe is CVE-2025-6075?
CVE-2025-6075 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-6075?
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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