A flaw was found in libsoup. The libsoup append_param_quoted() function may contain an overflow bug resulting in a buffer under-read. This vulnerability could potentially lead to security issues if exploited.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIUM | 5.9 | CVE-2025-32050 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need to craft a specific input that triggers the buffer under-read in the libsoup append_param_quoted() function. This could potentially allow the attacker to manipulate the application behavior or access sensitive information.
Affected Products
- libsoup: A library used for HTTP client and server communication, which may be affected by the buffer under-read vulnerability.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should update their libsoup library to the latest version provided by Red Hat. Regularly applying security patches and updates is essential to protect against known vulnerabilities.
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