Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Open Asset Import Library Assimp Affects Version 5.4.3
CVE-2025-3196

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Open Asset Import Library

Status
Assimp
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 April 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-3196?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Open Asset Import Library's Assimp version 5.4.3, specifically within the function Assimp::MD2Importer::InternReadFile. This issue arises from improper handling of the 'Name' argument, which may allow an attacker to exploit this flaw locally. Given the potential for exploitation, it is crucial for users to upgrade to the latest version of the library to mitigate risks 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-2025-3196 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.303150
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.303150
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.545368
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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

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