Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Open Asset Import Library Assimp
CVE-2025-3548

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

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

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in the Open Asset Import Library Assimp, specifically within the function aiString::Set located in the header file include/assimp/types.h. This weakness results in a heap-based buffer overflow, which can potentially be exploited by an attacker on the local host. The issue has been publicly disclosed, prompting the recommendation for users to apply the necessary patches to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability. Users are urged to stay vigilant and update their installations to secure their systems.

Affected Version(s)

Assimp 5.4.0

Assimp 5.4.1

Assimp 5.4.2

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-2025-3548 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.304589
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.304589
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.546413
third-party-advisory

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

VulDB GitHub Analyzer
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