NULL pointer dereference in Openbabel Open Babel

CVE-2025-11000

A vulnerability was determined in Open Babel up to 3.1.1. This affects the function PQSFormat::ReadMolecule of the file /src/formats/PQSformat.cpp. This manipulation causes null pointer dereference. The attack is restricted to local execution. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.

EPSS: 0.002 (12.9th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 3.3 (Low). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-11000?
CVE-2025-11000 is a low-severity vulnerability in Openbabel Open Babel, classified under Improper Resource Shutdown or Release. CVSS score: 3.3/10. Published 2025-09-26.
How severe is CVE-2025-11000?
Low severity. CVSS v3 base score is 3.3 out of 10.