CVE-2025-12490: Netgate pfSense CE Suricata Path Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 6, 2025
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Netgate pfSense CE Suricata Path Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installations of Netgate pfSense. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Suricata package. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create files in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-28085.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Netgate pfSense CE
Netgate Suricata
Netgate pfSense

Event History

Nov 6, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·08:17 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·08:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-12490?

CVE-2025-12490 is categorized as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-12490?

To mitigate CVE-2025-12490, you should update your Netgate pfSense and Suricata installations to the latest versions provided by Netgate.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-12490?

CVE-2025-12490 affects installations of Netgate pfSense CE and Netgate Suricata where authentication is required for exploitation.

4

What exploits exist for CVE-2025-12490?

Exploits for CVE-2025-12490 allow remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected systems, leading to remote code execution.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2025-12490?

Yes, authentication is required to exploit CVE-2025-12490.

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