CVE-2025-52579CWE-316

Emerson ValveLink Products Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information in Memory

Critical · published July 10, 2025

CVSS v4.0
9.3
EPSS
0%
Percentile
31.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 Sensitive data exposed in cleartext? That's exactly what’s happening in Emerson ValveLink Products! Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where cooks leave sensitive recipes lying around on the counter — if the place burns down, those recipes are gone, but they can be picked up by anyone sneaking in to grab a snack. If the program crashes or fails to clear memory properly, sensitive information can be easily retrieved, making it a recipe for disaster! An attacker could potentially access sensitive information stored in memory, such as passwords or configurations, which could lead to complete system compromise or unauthorized access. This isn't just an inconvenience; it's an absolutely devastating breach of security that could have serious ramifications.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where cooks leave sensitive recipes lying around on the counter — if the place burns down, those recipes are gone, but they can be picked up by anyone sneaking in to grab a snack. If the program crashes or fails to clear memory properly, sensitive information can be easily retrieved, making it a recipe for disaster! CVE-2025-52579 allows sensitive information to be stored in cleartext within memory, which may be saved to disk, included in core dumps, or remain uncleared upon crashes, making it vulnerable to unauthorized access.

What to do

An attacker could potentially access sensitive information stored in memory, such as passwords or configurations, which could lead to complete system compromise or unauthorized access. This isn't just an inconvenience; it's an absolutely devastating breach of security that could have serious ramifications. Immediate action is required! Ensure to update your Emerson ValveLink Products to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, implement proper memory management techniques to ensure sensitive information is cleared from memory before freeing it. 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you can secure your systems and protect sensitive data. Let’s keep the internet safe together! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS
0.00385 · 31.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-316 · Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information in Memory
Published
2025-07-10T23:37Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 JUL 23:37Z
    Emerson ValveLink Products Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information in Memory
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