CVE-2025-48647

In cpm_fwtp_msg_handler of cpm/google/lib/tracepoint/cpm_fwtp_ipc.c, there is a possible memory overwrite due to improper input validation

High · published January 16, 2026

CVSS v3.1
7.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
0.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ Just a tiny flaw in input validation could lead to a local privilege escalation — no user interaction required! This one's a real head-scratcher! 🤔 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef accepts orders without checking the menu first. One wrong detail in a dish could lead to serving something completely different, potentially giving unwanted access to the kitchen! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain higher privileges on a local system, allowing them to perform actions or access files they shouldn't. It's like being able to sneak into the staff-only areas of a restaurant and rummaging through the chef's secrets!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef accepts orders without checking the menu first. One wrong detail in a dish could lead to serving something completely different, potentially giving unwanted access to the kitchen! This vulnerability arises in cpm_fwtp_msg_handler due to improper input validation. This oversight could allow memory overwrites, giving attackers a pathway to escalate their local privileges without any additional permissions necessary.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain higher privileges on a local system, allowing them to perform actions or access files they shouldn't. It's like being able to sneak into the staff-only areas of a restaurant and rummaging through the chef's secrets! To mitigate this risk, make sure to patch this vulnerability as soon as a fix is available. Review your code for similar input validation issues, and implement stricter checks on all user inputs. Regular security audits can prevent similar flaws from slipping through! You've got this! Stay proactive and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00095 · 0.6th percentile
Published
2026-01-16T18:19Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JAN 18:19Z
    In cpm_fwtp_msg_handler of cpm/google/lib/tracepoint/cpm_fwtp_ipc.c, there is a possible memory overwrite due to improper input validation
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