CVE-2025-9403

jqlang jq JSON jq_test.c run_jq_tests assertion

MEDIUM
5.5
CVSS Score
Published: August 25, 2025 at 02:02 AM UTC
Updated: June 17, 2026 at 10:08 AM UTC
1 product affected across 1 vendorJq

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Severity
MEDIUM5.5
Exploit prediction
EPSS 0.2%
SSVC
PoC

Description

A vulnerability was determined in jqlang jq up to 1.6. Impacted is the function run_jq_tests of the file jq_test.c of the component JSON Parser. Executing manipulation can lead to reachable assertion. The attack requires local access. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. Other versions might be affected as well.

Affected

Our own answer: ranges merged, affected separated from platform-only, with confidence and review flags.

Remediation

No guide yet

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Patch and advisory references

References (5)

Issue TrackingExploitVendor Advisory
https://github.com/jqlang/jq/issues/3393
SignaturePermissions RequiredVDB Entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.321239
VDB EntryTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
https://vuldb.com/?id.321239
Third Party AdvisoryExploitVDB Entry
https://vuldb.com/?submit.633170

SSVC — Action Prioritization

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CVSS

Attack Vector
LOCAL
Complexity
LOW
Privileges
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
HIGH
Vector?

Quick Info

StatusANALYZED
CWE
CWE-617

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