NULL dereference in SSL_CIPHER_find() function on unknown cipher ID
Description
A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability exists in the SSL_CIPHER_find() function when handling an unknown cipher ID in Microsoft software version 3.0. This can cause the affected software to crash or behave unexpectedly due to improper handling of null references.
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-15468 describes a NULL dereference issue in the SSL_CIPHER_find() function triggered by an unknown cipher ID. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-476 (NULL Pointer Dereference). The affected product is Microsoft software version 3.0. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is provided. There is no indication of active exploitation in the wild or available patches.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability may lead to application crashes or denial of service due to NULL pointer dereference when processing unknown cipher IDs. No information is provided about remote code execution or data compromise. The impact is limited to stability and availability issues.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch links are provided. Users should monitor Microsoft Security Response Center advisories for updates.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Csaf Category
- csaf_vex
- Csaf Version
- 2.0
- Publisher
- Microsoft Security Response Center
- Advisory Id
- msrc_CVE-2025-15468
- Cve Count
- 1
Threat ID: 6acc00d52cdf04f656feeaf0
Added to database: 10/11/2026, 21:34:13 UTC
Last enriched: 10/11/2026, 21:55:51 UTC
Last updated: 10/11/2026, 23:28:26 UTC
Views: 2
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