CVE-2025-5942

Heap Overflow in Netskope Endpoint DLP Driver

Description

Netskope was notified about a potential gap in its agent (NS Client) on Windows systems. If this gap is successfully exploited, an unprivileged user can trigger a heap overflow in the epdlpdrv.sys driver, leading to a Blue-Screen-of-Death (BSOD). Successful exploitation can also potentially be performed by an unprivileged user whose NS Client is configured to use Endpoint DLP. A successful exploit can result in a denial-of-service for the local machine.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update the Netskope Client to version 129.0.0 or newer, or to the hotfix version of 126.0.9.

Workaround:

  • Some AV and EDR solutions may be able to detect the behaviors associated with exploiting this vulnerability.

Category

5.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.01%
Vendor Advisory netskope.com
Affected: Netskope Netskope Client
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-5942?
CVE-2025-5942 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-5942?
To fix CVE-2025-5942: Update the Netskope Client to version 129.0.0 or newer, or to the hotfix version of 126.0.9.
Is CVE-2025-5942 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-5942 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-2025-5942?
CVE-2025-5942 affects Netskope Netskope Client.
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