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CVE-2025-57248

Sumatrapdfreader Sumatrapdf NULL pointer dereference

7.3 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.24%
  1. Published15 Sept 2025

Description

A null pointer dereference vulnerability was discovered in SumatraPDF 3.5.2 during the processing of a crafted .djvu file. When the file is opened, the application crashes inside libmupdf.dll, specifically in the DataPool::has_data() function.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L

Affected products

Sumatrapdfreader Sumatrapdf3.5.2

Remediation

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

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2025-57248 being actively exploited?

CVE-2025-57248 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.24%.

How severe is CVE-2025-57248?

CVE-2025-57248 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.3, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2025-57248?

Affected products include Sumatrapdfreader Sumatrapdf.

How do I fix CVE-2025-57248?

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

How Secuno handles this

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