MEDIUM
CVE-2025-23022
CWE-190Published: January 10, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
6.2
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
FreeType 2.8.1 has a signed integer overflow in cf2_doFlex in cff/cf2intrp.c.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-23022 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 6.2.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
freetype1 product(s)
freetype
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2025-23022
CVSS Score6.2 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-190
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 10, 2025
Related CVEs (CWE-190)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-23022 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.