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CVE-2025-6140

3.3 · LOW

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in spdlog up to 1.15.1.

Published Jun 16, 2025CWE-400EPSS 0.24%

Overview

CVE-2025-6140 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 16, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.3 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.3, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in spdlog up to 1.15.1. This affects the function scoped_padder in the library include/spdlog/pattern_formatter-inl.h. The manipulation leads to resource consumption. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 1.15.2 is able to address this issue. The identifier of the patch is 10320184df1eb4638e253a34b1eb44ce78954094. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

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-2025-6140?

CVE-2025-6140 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 16, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.3 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2025-6140?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.3, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-6140?

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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