Use After Free Vulnerability in ggml-org Whisper.cpp Software
CVE-2025-14569

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Ggml-org

Status
Whisper.cpp
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 December 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-14569?

A vulnerability has been identified in the ggml-org whisper.cpp project, specifically affecting the read_audio_data function within the codebase of common-whisper.cpp. This flaw enables a use after free condition, which may allow an attacker to manipulate memory in a way that can lead to potential exploitation. The vulnerability necessitates local access to the affected system for successful attacks. Although the developers were notified of this issue following an issue report, no response has been documented at this time. With the exploit now publicly available, it is crucial for users to review their security measures associated with this software.

Affected Version(s)

whisper.cpp 1.8.0

whisper.cpp 1.8.1

whisper.cpp 1.8.2

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-2025-14569 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.336193
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.336193
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.703886
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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

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Oneafter (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-14569 : Use After Free Vulnerability in ggml-org Whisper.cpp Software