CVE-2025-36171: IBM Aspera Faspex denial of service

Published Oct 8, 2025
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Updated

IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.0 through 5.0.13.1 could allow a privileged user to cause a denial of service from improperly validated API input due to excessive resource consumption.

Other sources

IBM Aspera Faspex could allow a privileged user to cause a denial of service from improperly validated API input due to excessive resource consumption.

— IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Aspera Faspex 5<=5.0.0 - 5.0.13.1
All of the following
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<5.0.14
Any of the following
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerabilities now by upgrading to Faspex 5.0.14 available from the link below.   ProductFixing VRMPlatformLink to FixIBM Aspera Faspex5.0.14 Linux click here https://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/swg/downloadFixes

Event History

Oct 8, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Oct 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:57 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-36171?

CVE-2025-36171 has a severity rating that indicates the potential for denial of service due to excessive resource consumption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-36171?

To fix CVE-2025-36171, it is recommended to update IBM Aspera Faspex to the latest version beyond 5.0.13.1.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-36171?

CVE-2025-36171 affects users of IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.0 to 5.0.13.1.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2025-36171 facilitate?

CVE-2025-36171 facilitates denial of service attacks through improperly validated API input.

5

Which API aspects are vulnerable in CVE-2025-36171?

CVE-2025-36171 is vulnerable due to improper validation of input, leading to excessive resource consumption.

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