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CVE-2025-54471

6.5 · MEDIUM

NeuVector used a hard-coded cryptographic key embedded in the source code.

Published Oct 30, 2025CWE-321EPSS 0.27%

Overview

CVE-2025-54471 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 30, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

NeuVector used a hard-coded cryptographic key embedded in the source

code. At compilation time, the key value was replaced with the secret

key value and used to encrypt sensitive configurations when NeuVector

stores the data.

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-2025-54471?

CVE-2025-54471 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 30, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2025-54471?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-54471?

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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