CVE-2025-22408

In rfc_check_send_cmd of rfc_utils.cc, there is a possible way to execute arbitrary code due to a use after free

Critical · published August 26, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
33.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A use-after-free vulnerability in rfc_check_send_cmd could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code without breaking a sweat! 🔥 Think of this like a restaurant that forgets to remove a customer’s order from the system after serving it. If a mischievous waiter could still access that output, they could serve it up to someone else — without anyone noticing a thing! An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to run any code they choose, potentially taking complete control over vulnerable systems. This means they could steal sensitive data, alter configurations, or even install malware—all without needing user interaction. The stakes are high here!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant that forgets to remove a customer’s order from the system after serving it. If a mischievous waiter could still access that output, they could serve it up to someone else — without anyone noticing a thing! This vulnerability arises from a use-after-free issue in the rfc_check_send_cmd function within rfc_utils.cc, allowing remote code execution with no additional privileges needed. Essentially, it mishandles memory, making it ripe for exploitation.

What to do

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to run any code they choose, potentially taking complete control over vulnerable systems. This means they could steal sensitive data, alter configurations, or even install malware—all without needing user interaction. The stakes are high here! Immediately patch your systems to the latest version that addresses this flaw. If you're using a specific library or component that is affected, make sure to upgrade it to the version that resolves CVE-2025-22408. Regularly review and monitor your systems for any signs of unusual activity! You've got this! With just a few updates, you can secure your system and keep it safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00403 · 33.4th percentile
Published
2025-08-26T22:48Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 AUG 22:48Z
    In rfc_check_send_cmd of rfc_utils.cc, there is a possible way to execute arbitrary code due to a use after free
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