Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in LIEF ELF Binary Parser by lief-project
CVE-2025-15504

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Lief-project

Status
Lief
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 January 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-15504?

A vulnerability exists in the LIEF ELF Binary Parser prior to version 0.17.2, specifically within the Parser::parse_binary function. This flaw allows for a null pointer dereference, which can potentially be exploited by attackers with local access to launch attacks. It is crucial to update to version 0.17.2 to mitigate the risk associated with this issue. The patch for this vulnerability has been identified and addresses the underlying problem in the code.

Affected Version(s)

LIEF 0.17.0

LIEF 0.17.1

LIEF 0.17.2

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-2025-15504 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.340375
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.340375
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.733329
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CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
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

Oneafter (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-15504 : Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in LIEF ELF Binary Parser by lief-project