CVE-2025-7012

Cato Networks Linux Client Local Privilege Escalation via Symlink

Description

An issue in Cato Networks' CatoClient for Linux, before version 5.5, allows a local attacker to escalate privileges to root by exploiting improper symbolic link handling.

Category

8.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: Cato Networks Cato Client
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.catonetworks.com/hc/en-us/articles/28552501717405-CVE-2025-7012-Linux-Client-Local-Privilege-Escalation-via-Symbolic-Link-Handling

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-7012?
CVE-2025-7012 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-7012?
To fix CVE-2025-7012, 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-2025-7012 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-7012 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-2025-7012?
CVE-2025-7012 affects Cato Networks Cato Client.
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