Buffer overflow in Pytorch
CVE-2025-3001
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in PyTorch 2.6.0. This vulnerability affects the function torch.lstm_cell. The manipulation leads to memory corruption. The attack needs to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclo…
Vulnerability class: Buffer Overflow
EPSS: 0.002 (35.2th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.
CVSS v3 metric
CVSS v3 base score 5.3 (Medium). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L.
Affected products
- N/a Pytorch — versions 2.6.0
Weakness classification (CWE)
References
- VDB-302050 | PyTorch torch.lstm_cell memory corruption (vdb-entry, technical-description)
- VDB-302050 | CTI Indicators (IOB, IOC, IOA) (signature, permissions-required)
- Submit #524212 | pytorch pytorch (in torch.lstm_cell) torch 2.6.0 Segmentation Fault (third-party-advisory)
- github.com/pytorch/pytorch/issues/149626 (issue-tracking)
- github.com/pytorch/pytorch/issues/149626 (exploit, issue-tracking)
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2025-3001?
- CVE-2025-3001 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Pytorch, classified under Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer. CVSS score: 5.3/10. Published 2025-03-31.
- How severe is CVE-2025-3001?
- Medium severity. CVSS v3 base score is 5.3 out of 10.