CVE-2025-2545

CVE-2025-2545 is a low-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 2.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-327.

Key facts

Description

Vulnerability in Best Practical Solutions, LLC's Request Tracker prior to v5.0.8, where the Triple DES (3DES) cryptographic algorithm is used to protect emails sent with S/MIME encryption. Triple DES is considered obsolete and insecure due to its susceptibility to birthday attacks, which could compromise the confidentiality of encrypted messages.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-2545?
Vulnerability in Best Practical Solutions, LLC's Request Tracker prior to v5.0.8, where the Triple DES (3DES) cryptographic algorithm is used to protect emails sent with S/MIME encryption. Triple DES is considered obsolete and insecure due to its susceptibility to birthday attacks, which could compromise the confidentiality of encrypted messages.
How severe is CVE-2025-2545?
CVE-2025-2545 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 2.3, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2025-2545 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (6th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-2545?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2025-2545 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-2545 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-13369.
When was CVE-2025-2545 published?
CVE-2025-2545 was published on 2025-05-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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