list_item_verbose in tar/util.c in libarchive through 3.7.7 does not check an strftime return value, which can lead to a denial of service or unspecified other impact via a crafted — CVE-2025-25724

Summary

Advisory CVE-2025-25724. list_item_verbose in tar/util.c in libarchive through 3.7.7 does not check an strftime return value, which can lead to a denial of service… Vendor: Microsoft. Source: MSRC. Threat: medium. CVSS 4. See the official…

What to do

General, cautious steps (verify details in the official source):

• Review exposure and plan remediation based on risk and environment.
• Identify affected product versions in your inventory and verify whether you are impacted.
• Apply vendor patches/updates or recommended mitigations as soon as available.
• Read the official advisory for exact affected versions and remediation steps.

Official advisory

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