Heap-based Buffer Overflow in Open Asset Import Library Assimp
CVE-2025-3159

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Open Asset Import Library
Status
Assimp
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 April 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A heap-based buffer overflow has been identified in the Open Asset Import Library Assimp version 5.4.3. This vulnerability stems from the function Assimp::ASE::Parser::ParseLV4MeshBonesVertices, located in the ASEParser.cpp file. It exposes the software to potential attacks when exploited locally. The issue has been publicly disclosed and may be leveraged by unauthorized users. Users are strongly advised to apply the provided patch to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Assimp 5.4.3

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-2025-3159 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.303105
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.303105
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.542247
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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

d3ng03 (VulDB User)
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