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CVE-2025-57156

Owntone Server NULL pointer dereference

7.5 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.50%
  1. Published20 Jan 2026

Description

NULL pointer dereference in the dacp_reply_playqueueedit_clear function in src/httpd_dacp.c in owntone-server through commit 6d604a1 (newer commit after version 28.12) allows remote attackers to cause a Denial of Service (crash).

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Affected products

Owntone Server≤ 28.12

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2025-57156 being actively exploited?

CVE-2025-57156 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.50%.

How severe is CVE-2025-57156?

CVE-2025-57156 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2025-57156?

Affected products include Owntone Server.

How do I fix CVE-2025-57156?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.