CVE-2025-40928
High
Description
JSON::XS before version 4.04 for Perl has an integer buffer overflow causing a segfault when parsing crafted JSON, enabling denial-of-service attacks or other unspecified impact
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductJSON::XS
PublishedSep 8, 2025
First seenSep 8, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-122CWE-122
How to fix
Update
- MLEHMANN JSON::XS4.04 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| MLEHMANN JSON::XS | v < 4.04 | 4.04 |
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