What is CVE-2025-69194?

A security issue was discovered in GNU Wget2 when handling Metalink documents. The application fails to properly validate file paths provided in Metalink elements. An attacker can abuse this behavior to write files to unintended locations on the system. This can lead to data loss or potentially allow further compromise of the user’s environment.

How severe is CVE-2025-69194?

CVE-2025-69194 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2025-69194 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-69194?

CVE-2025-69194 affects Gnu Wget2. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2025-69194?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2025-69194 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2025-69194 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-1781.

When was CVE-2025-69194 published?

CVE-2025-69194 was published on 2026-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2025-69194

CVE-2025-69194 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnu Wget2 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-22.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (49th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-1781
Weakness: CWE-22
Affected product: Gnu Wget2
Published: 2026-01-09
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A security issue was discovered in GNU Wget2 when handling Metalink documents. The application fails to properly validate file paths provided in Metalink <file name> elements. An attacker can abuse this behavior to write files to unintended locations on the system. This can lead to data loss or potentially allow further compromise of the user’s environment.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-69194?: A security issue was discovered in GNU Wget2 when handling Metalink documents. The application fails to properly validate file paths provided in Metalink <file name> elements. An attacker can abuse this behavior to write files to unintended locations on the system. This can lead to data loss or potentially allow further compromise of the user’s environment.
How severe is CVE-2025-69194?: CVE-2025-69194 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2025-69194 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-69194?: CVE-2025-69194 affects Gnu Wget2. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-69194?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2025-69194 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2025-69194 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-1781.
When was CVE-2025-69194 published?: CVE-2025-69194 was published on 2026-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gnu:wget2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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