NULL Pointer Dereference in PKCS12_item_decrypt_d2i_ex function
Description
A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability exists in the PKCS12_item_decrypt_d2i_ex function in Microsoft software version 3.0. This flaw could cause the affected software to crash or behave unexpectedly when processing certain inputs. No CVSS score or detailed impact information is provided. There is no information about available patches or vendor advisories addressing this issue.
Affected software
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-69421 describes a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability in the PKCS12_item_decrypt_d2i_ex function of Microsoft software version 3.0. This type of vulnerability (CWE-476) typically occurs when the software attempts to access or dereference a pointer that has a NULL value, potentially leading to application crashes or denial of service conditions. No further technical details, exploit information, or patch status are provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability may cause application crashes or denial of service due to NULL pointer dereference when processing PKCS12 items. No evidence of code execution or data compromise is provided. No known exploits are reported in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround information is available at this time.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Csaf Category
- csaf_vex
- Csaf Version
- 2.0
- Publisher
- Microsoft Security Response Center
- Advisory Id
- msrc_CVE-2025-69421
- Cve Count
- 1
Threat ID: 6acc00d72cdf04f656feeb29
Added to database: 10/11/2026, 21:34:15 UTC
Last enriched: 10/11/2026, 21:56:17 UTC
Last updated: 10/11/2026, 23:28:20 UTC
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