Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability in Qiskit by IBM
CVE-2025-2000

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Qiskit Sdk
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 March 2025

Summary

An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in IBM's Qiskit when handling maliciously crafted QPY files. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute embedded Python code by leveraging the qiskit.qpy.load() function, specifically affecting Qiskit versions from 0.18.0 to 1.4.1. When a QPY file is deserialized, it can trigger the execution of arbitrary code without requiring privilege escalation, which raises significant security concerns for users utilizing the Qiskit platform. It is essential for users to update their Qiskit installations and remain vigilant against potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

Qiskit SDK 0.18.0 <= 1.4.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7185949
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Matthew Treinish and Jake Lishman
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