CVE-2025-3359:GNUPlot on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6, 7, and 8 contains a flaw (CVE-2025-3359) that can cause a segmentation fault via the IO_str_init_static_internal path, potentially jeopardizing the environment. The issue has a local attack vector with no required privileges and no user interaction, affecting availability.

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CVE-2025-3359 describes a segmentation fault in GNUPlot triggered through the IO_str_init_static_internal function. This vulnerability can lead to a crash of the GNUPlot process, potentially impacting the hosting environment. The flaw is categorized under CWE-754: Improper Check for Unusual or Exceptional Conditions, and is exploitable with local access and without user interaction, with the primary impact being availability. Affected products include Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6, 7, and 8 packages of gnuplot. Red Hat notes that a workaround is not available at this time. The CVSS 3.1 base metrics indicate low attack complexity and local attack vector, with no confidentiality or integrity impact but a high availability impact. References point to the Red Hat security advisory and related Bugzilla entry.

Overview

A segmentation fault in GNUPlot has been identified (CVE-2025-3359), caused by a flaw in the IO_str_init_static_internal function. The vulnerability is locally exploitable and does not require any privileges or user interaction, but it can crash GNUPlot and potentially affect the surrounding environment, leading to disruption of services that rely on the tool. The issue is applicable to Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6, 7, and 8 packages of gnuplot, and Red Hat indicates that there is currently no workaround available. The risk is primarily availability-based, with no observed impacts to confidentiality or integrity.

Remediation

  • Monitor Red Hat advisories for CVE-2025-3359 and apply the patched gnuplot package as soon as it is released for RHEL 6, 7, and 8.
  • When a patch is available, upgrade the gnuplot package on affected systems:
    • For RHEL 6/7: sudo yum update gnuplot
    • For RHEL 8 (and newer): sudo dnf update gnuplot
  • After updating, verify the installed version:
    • rpm -q gnuplot
    • Confirm that the version corresponds to the patched release referenced in the Red Hat advisory.
  • If a patch is not yet available, reduce exposure:
    • Restrict or disable usage of gnuplot on critical systems.
    • Monitor systems for signs of instability or crashes related to gnuplot.
    • Plan for a maintenance window to apply updates and validate functionality in a staging environment before broad deployment.
  • Maintain backups and ensure disaster recovery procedures are in place in case of unexpected issues post-update.
  • Cross-check vendor advisories and Bugzilla (2357749) for any additional mitigation guidance or workaround updates.

References

  • Red Hat Security: CVE-2025-3359 (https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2025-3359)
  • Red Hat Bugzilla: 2357749 (https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2357749)

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Manufacturing: Medium
    Manufacturing
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance: Low
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  4. Educational Services: Low
    Educational Services
  5. Finance and Insurance: Low
    Finance and Insurance
  6. Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  7. Public Administration: Low
    Public Administration
  8. Management of Companies & Enterprises: Low
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  9. Retail Trade: Low
    Retail Trade
  10. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  11. Transportation & Warehousing: Low
    Transportation & Warehousing
  12. Accommodation & Food Services: Low
    Accommodation & Food Services
  13. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  14. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  15. Construction: Low
    Construction
  16. Information: Low
    Information
  17. Mining: Low
    Mining
  18. Real Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  19. Utilities: Low
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade: Low
    Wholesale Trade

Vendors

Red Hat
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6
  1. cpe:/o:redhat:enterprise_linux:6
Red Hat
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7
  1. cpe:/o:redhat:enterprise_linux:7
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8
  1. cpe:/o:redhat:enterprise_linux:8

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