Denial of Service Vulnerability in Bitcoin Core Software by Bitcoin
CVE-2025-46598

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Bitcoin

Status
Bitcoin Core
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 March 2026

What is CVE-2025-46598?

A vulnerability in Bitcoin Core allows an attacker to exploit crafted transactions, potentially leading to a denial of service. This issue affects Bitcoin Core versions up to 29.0, compromising system stability and transaction processing. It is essential for users to implement necessary updates and monitor any transaction activities to mitigate associated risks.

References

https://github.com/bitcoin/bitcoin/releases
https://bitcoincore.org/en/2025/10/24/disclose-cve-2025-4...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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