Integer Overflow Vulnerability in Perl CryptX with Affected Lib Tommath Version
CVE-2025-40914

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Mik

Status
Cryptx
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 June 2025

What is CVE-2025-40914?

The Perl CryptX module versions prior to 0.087 include a vulnerable dependency on the libtommath library, which is affected by an integer overflow issue. This flaw may allow attackers to exploit the vulnerability associated with libtommath, potentially leading to unintended behavior or security breaches. It is crucial for users and organizations utilizing Perl CryptX to update to the latest version to mitigate the risk posed by this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

CryptX 0.002 <= 0.086

References

https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2023-36328
https://github.com/libtom/libtommath/pull/546
https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-j3xv-6967-cv88

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

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