CVE-2025-2885

Root metadata version not validated in tough

Description

Missing validation of the root metatdata version number could allow an actor to supply an arbitrary version number to the client instead of the intended version in the root metadata file, altering the version fetched by the client. Users should upgrade to tough version 0.20.0 or later and ensure any forked or derivative code is patched to incorporate the new fixes.

Category

5.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Affected: AWS tough
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/awslabs/tough/security/advisories/GHSA-5vmp-m5v2-hx47
https://aws.amazon.com/security/security-bulletins/AWS-2025-007/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2885?
CVE-2025-2885 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-2885?
To fix CVE-2025-2885, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-2885 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-2885 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-2885?
CVE-2025-2885 affects AWS tough.
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