CVE-2025-2487

What it is

A flaw was found in the 389-ds-base LDAP Server. This issue occurs when issuing a Modify DN LDAP operation through the ldap protocol, when the function return value is not tested and a NULL pointer is dereferenced. If a privileged user performs a ldap MODDN operation after a failed operation, it could lead to a Denial of Service (DoS) or system crash.

At a glance

Exploitability

Can be exploited over the network with an admin-level account. High risk of service disruption.

Exploit odds

0.6% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS).

Fix

A patch, advisory or fixed version is referenced. Upgrade or apply it.

Timeline

1. 2025-03-18 17:15 UTC PublishedDisclosed publicly on CVE.org and NVD
2. 2026-11-05 16:17 UTC Last updatedMost recent change to the record

Why it ranks here

• Exploited in the wild: no, CISA does not list it.
• Exploit odds: 0.6% in the next 30 days (EPSS).
• Severity: 4.9 MEDIUM (CVSS).
• Fix: a patch or advisory is linked.

Details

Published

2025-03-18 17:15 UTC

Last modified

2026-11-05 16:17 UTC

Exploit probability

0.6% · EPSS, next 30 days

Weakness

CWE-476 · NULL pointer dereference

Record status

Deferred

Attack profile CVSS 3.1 · 4.9

Attack vector

Network

Complexity

Low

Privileges needed

High

User interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

None

Integrity

None

Availability

High

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