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CRITICAL CISA KEV

CVE-2025-21042

CVSS v3

9.8

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

1.7 %

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

Out-of-bounds write in libimagecodec.quram.so prior to SMR Apr-2025 Release 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
2025-11-10
Patch Due Date
2025-12-01
Ransomware Use
Unknown

Technical details

Published
2025-09-12

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-21042?

Out-of-bounds write in libimagecodec.quram.so prior to SMR Apr-2025 Release 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Is CVE-2025-21042 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2025-21042 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2025-12-01.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2025-21042?

CVE-2025-21042 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).

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