#VU107329 Link following in NetExtender for Windows - CVE-2025-23010

Vulnerability identifier: #VU107329

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-23010

CWE-ID: CWE-59

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
NetExtender for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: SonicWall

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following. A local user can manipulate file paths and perform a denial of service attack against the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

NetExtender for Windows: 9.0.0.274 - 10.3.1

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External links
https://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2025-0006

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.