CVE-2025-15638
Atrodo Net::dropbear vulnerability
- Published21 Apr 2026
Description
Net::Dropbear versions before 0.14 for Perl contains a vulnerable version of libtomcrypt. Net::Dropbear versions before 0.14 includes versions of Dropbear 2019.78 or earlier. These include versions of libtomcrypt v1.18.1 or earlier, which is affected by CVE-2016-6129 and CVE-2018-12437.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2025-15638 being actively exploited?
CVE-2025-15638 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.57%.
How severe is CVE-2025-15638?
CVE-2025-15638 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 10.0, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2025-15638?
Affected products include Atrodo Net::dropbear.
How do I fix CVE-2025-15638?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Atrodo Net::dropbear 0.14 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.