Skip to main content
EPSS 94.1%top 0.16%

CVE-2025-8088: CWE-35 Path traversal in win.rar GmbH WinRAR

0
High
Published: 08/24/2026 (08/24/2026, 00:00:00 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: win.rar GmbH
Product: WinRAR

Description

A path traversal vulnerability affecting the Windows version of WinRAR allows the attackers to execute arbitrary code by crafting malicious archive files. This vulnerability was exploited in the wild and was discovered by Anton Cherepanov, Peter Košinár, and Peter Strýček from ESET.

CVSS v4.0

Score 8.4high

Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Attack Requirements
None
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Active
Vuln. Confidentiality
High
Vuln. Integrity
High
Vuln. Availability
High
Subsq. Confidentiality
None
Subsq. Integrity
None
Subsq. Availability
None
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Affected software

Affected versions
=0

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/16/2026, 14:44:02 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability (CVE-2025-8088) involves a path traversal flaw (CWE-35) in WinRAR for Windows, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code through specially crafted archive files. The issue was identified and disclosed by Anton Cherepanov, Peter Košinár, and Peter Strýček from ESET. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.4, indicating high severity, with attack vector local, low attack complexity, no privileges required, and user interaction needed. The vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, but no patch or official remediation details are currently available.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable WinRAR installation, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability has been observed in active exploitation scenarios, increasing the risk to affected users.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor vendor communications closely and avoid opening untrusted archive files until a fix is available.

Pro Console: star threats, build custom feeds, automate alerts via Slack, email & webhooks.Upgrade to Pro

Technical Details

Data Version
5.1
Assigner Short Name
ESET
Date Reserved
2025-07-23T15:35:47.170Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED

Indicators of Compromise

Hash

ValueDescriptionCopy
hash4741c2884d1ca3a40dadd3f3f61cb95a59b11f99a0f980dbadc663b85eb77a2a
hash09b0bc41f8838949d5a1c442ee2e2ec9ff892fdc
hasha12db7b72879ac0f46079efd8c67e8ca0621f73b
hashcc6fd90785a528883b0203138348df8bad69bb1a
hashf0b182423107a04cf5f09b8559e656242a4fcc89

Domain

ValueDescriptionCopy
domainemezonhe.me
domainskycloudcenter.com
domaindog3rj.tech
domainq74vn.live
domainabwxjp5.me
domainservgate.me
domainpr0fu5a.me
domainzamstats.me
domainpickupweb.me
domainzrheblirsy.me
domainmsonline.help
domaingouvn.me
domainabc.doublemobile.com
domaineditor.gleeze.com
domainwww.cosmosmusic.com
domainmcagov.cc
domainroldco.com
domainabc.3mkorealtd.com
domainabc.fetish-friends.com
domainabc.haijing88.com
domainabc.ilptour.com
domainabc.petitechanson.com
domainabc.sudsmama.com
domainabc.woopami.com
domainvnc.kcii2.com
domaingpsfinance.co.id

Cve

ValueDescriptionCopy
cveCVE-2025-8088

Threat ID: 6895e060ad5a09ad0002e7e5

Added to database: 08/08/2025, 11:32:48 UTC

Last enriched: 08/16/2026, 14:44:02 UTC

Last updated: 09/23/2026, 01:47:40 UTC

Views: 456

Community Reviews

0 reviews

Crowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.

Sort by
Loading community insights…

Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.

Actions

PRO

Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.

Please log in to the Console to use AI analysis features.

Need more coverage?

Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.

For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.

Latest Threats

Breach by OffSeqOFFSEQFRIENDS — 25% OFF

Check if your credentials are on the dark web

Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.

Scan now
OffSeq TrainingCredly Certified

Lead Pen Test Professional

Technical5-day eLearningPECB Accredited
View courses