Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Open Babel Affecting Multiple Versions
CVE-2025-10996

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Open Babel

Status
Open Babel
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 September 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-10996?

A vulnerability in Open Babel has been identified in the function OBSmilesParser::ParseSmiles within the file smilesformat.cpp. This vulnerability leads to a heap-based buffer overflow, allowing an attacker to manipulate memory data. The issue is particularly concerning as it requires local access for exploitation. With the exploit code now publicly available, it poses a significant risk for users running affected versions of Open Babel, who may be exposed to potential data corruption or unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

Open Babel 3.1.0

Open Babel 3.1.1

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-2025-10996 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.325924
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.325924
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.654060
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CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
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

ahuo (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-10996 : Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Open Babel Affecting Multiple Versions