CVE-2025-3753

Unsafe use of eval() method in rosbag tool

Description

A code execution vulnerability has been identified in the Robot Operating System (ROS) 'rosbag' tool, affecting ROS distributions Noetic Ninjemys and earlier. The vulnerability arises from the use of the eval() function to process unsanitized, user-supplied input in the 'rosbag filter' command. This flaw enables attackers to craft and execute arbitrary Python code.

Remediation

Solution:

  • All ROS (1) versions are EOL, upgrade to a ROS 2 version.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Affected: Open Source Robotics Foundation Robot Operating System (ROS)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ros.org/blog/noetic-eol/ product

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-3753?
CVE-2025-3753 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-3753?
To fix CVE-2025-3753: All ROS (1) versions are EOL, upgrade to a ROS 2 version.
Is CVE-2025-3753 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-3753 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-2025-3753?
CVE-2025-3753 affects Open Source Robotics Foundation Robot Operating System (ROS).
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