CVE-2025-62609

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.33%

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CVE-2025-62609 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. MLX is an array framework for machine learning on Apple silicon. Prior to version 0.29.4, there is a segmentation fault in mlx::core::load_gguf() when loading malicious GGUF files. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

MLX is an array framework for machine learning on Apple silicon. Prior to version 0.29.4, there is a segmentation fault in mlx::core::load_gguf() when loading malicious GGUF files. Untrusted pointer from external gguflib library is dereferenced without validation, causing application crash. This issue has been patched in version 0.29.4.

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Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Ml-ExploreMlx< 0.29.4

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Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-62609?
MLX is an array framework for machine learning on Apple silicon. Prior to version 0.29.4, there is a segmentation fault in mlx::core::load_gguf() when loading malicious GGUF files. Untrusted pointer from external gguflib library is dereferenced without validation, causing application crash. This issue has been patched in version 0.29.4.
How severe is CVE-2025-62609?
CVE-2025-62609 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-62609?
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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Source: NVD / NIST