CVE-2025-53644

OpenCV contains a use after free buffer write due to an uninitialized pointer

Description

OpenCV is an Open Source Computer Vision Library. Versions prior to 4.12.0 have an uninitialized pointer variable on stack that may lead to arbitrary heap buffer write when reading crafted JPEG images. Version 4.12.0 fixes the vulnerability.

Category

6.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: opencv opencv
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://securitylab.github.com/advisories/GHSL-2025-057_OpenCV/
https://github.com/opencv/opencv/issues/27271
https://github.com/opencv/opencv/commit/a39db41390de546d18962ee1278bd6dbb715f466
https://github.com/opencv/opencv/releases/tag/4.12.0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-53644?
CVE-2025-53644 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-53644?
To fix CVE-2025-53644, 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-2025-53644 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-53644 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-2025-53644?
CVE-2025-53644 affects opencv opencv.
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