CVE-2025-8088
CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
3.8 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A path traversal vulnerability affecting the Windows version of WinRAR allows the attackers to execute arbitrary code by crafting malicious archive files. This vulnerability was exploited in the wild and was discovered by Anton Cherepanov, Peter Košinár, and Peter Strýček from ESET.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2025-08-12
- Patch Due Date
- 2025-09-02
- Ransomware Use
- Unknown
Technical details
- Published
- 2025-08-08
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2025-8088?
A path traversal vulnerability affecting the Windows version of WinRAR allows the attackers to execute arbitrary code by crafting malicious archive files. This vulnerability was exploited in the wild and was discovered by Anton Cherepanov, Peter Košinár, and Peter Strýček from ESET.
Is CVE-2025-8088 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2025-8088 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 2025-09-02.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2025-8088?
CVE-2025-8088 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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