Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in GNU ncurses Affects Local Functionality
CVE-2025-6141

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Ncurses
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 June 2025

What is CVE-2025-6141?

A vulnerability in the GNU ncurses library affects the function postprocess_termcap located in tinfo/parse_entry.c. This issue can lead to a stack-based buffer overflow, which requires local access to exploit. Users running versions up to 6.5-20250322 should upgrade to 6.5-20250329 to mitigate this vulnerability. It is essential for users to update their installations to maintain security and prevent potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

ncurses 6.5-20250322

ncurses 6.5-20250329

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.312610
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.312610
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.593000
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CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

JJLeo (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-6141 : Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in GNU ncurses Affects Local Functionality