HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2025-31180
MEDIUM

CVE-2025-31180

CWE-476Published: March 27, 2025· Updated: Jun 26, 2026

6.2
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A flaw was found in gnuplot. The CANVAS_text() function may lead to a segmentation fault and cause a system crash.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2025-31180 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

gnuplot1 product(s)
gnuplot
Red Hat1 product(s)
enterprise linux
Source: NVD CPE · 4 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

All References (3)

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2025-31180
CVSS Score6.2 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-476
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedMar 27, 2025

Related CVEs (CWE-476)

Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2025-31180 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. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.