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CVE-2025-15382

8.1 · HIGH

A heap buffer over-read vulnerability exists in the wolfSSH_CleanPath() function in wolfSSH.

Published Jan 6, 2026CWE-125EPSS 0.35%

Overview

CVE-2025-15382 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 6, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A heap buffer over-read vulnerability exists in the wolfSSH_CleanPath() function in wolfSSH. An authenticated remote attacker can trigger the issue via crafted SCP path input containing '/./' sequences, resulting in a heap over read by 1 byte.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-15382?

CVE-2025-15382 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 6, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2025-15382?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-15382?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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