Null Pointer Dereference in FluidSynth Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2025-56225

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

FluidSynth

Status
FluidSynth
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 January 2026

What is CVE-2025-56225?

FluidSynth versions 2.4.6 and earlier are susceptible to a null pointer dereference vulnerability located within the fluid_synth_monopoly.c file. This vulnerability can be triggered when an invalid MIDI file is loaded, potentially causing the application to crash and resulting in service disruption. This issue emphasizes the importance of validating input files and implementing proper error handling to mitigate risks associated with malformed MIDI data.

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References

https://github.com/FluidSynth/fluidsynth/issues/1602
https://github.com/FluidSynth/fluidsynth/pull/1607

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
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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