CVE-2025-52936
This vulnerability allows an attacker to read or write arbitrary files on a host running sslh before version 2.2.2 by following symbolic links. The flaw can be exploited locally with minimal effort and no user interaction, giving the attacker significant control over sensitive data.
No official fix yet. If none appears within 45 days of first tracking, this entry is removed automatically.
Who is affected
sslh versions earlier than 2.2.2
Real-world impact
An attacker with local access could read confidential files such as passwords or configuration data, or modify them, potentially compromising the entire system.
Why this severity
The CVSS score of 9.3 reflects local access (AV:L), low attack complexity (AC:L), no user interaction (UI:N), and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (VC:H, VI:H, VA:L).
What to do about it
No official fix or mitigation is documented in the sources yet. Monitor the vendor advisory and apply the patch as soon as it is released.
No fix documented in sources
Timeline
- Jun 23, 2025 · Jun 23, 2025PublishedDisclosed and added to the National Vulnerability Database.
- Aug 1, 2026 · 4d agoAdvisory updatedThe NVD record was last revised.