Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in librsvg2-bin Affects Local Attackers
CVE-2018-25305

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Xen Projectial

Status
Rsvg
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25305?

The librsvg2-bin version 2.40.13 is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited by local attackers. This vulnerability arises when the rsvg conversion tool processes malformed SVG files, which may lead to a denial of service by causing segmentation faults in the cairo image compositor. Attackers could leverage this flaw to disrupt services reliant on SVG file processing, underscoring the necessity for timely updates and security measures.

Affected Version(s)

RSVG 2.40.13

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2018-25305 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44491
exploit
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/librsvg2-bin-buffer-...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Hamm3r.py
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