Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability
Description
Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway contain an out-of-bounds read vulnerability due to insufficient input validation. This vulnerability can lead to memory overread when the NetScaler is configured as a Gateway (VPN virtual server, ICA Proxy, CVPN, RDP Proxy) OR AAA virtual server.
What to do
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Details
- Vendor
- Citrix
- Product
- NetScaler ADC e Gateway
- CVE
- CVE-2025-5777
- Affected versions
- NetScaler ADC 12.1: 12.1 before 12.1-55.328 — fixed in 12.1-55.328
NetScaler ADC 13.1: 13.1 before 13.1-58.32 (13.1-37.x before 13.1-37.235) — fixed in 13.1-58.32
NetScaler ADC 14.1: 14.1 before 14.1-43.56 — fixed in 14.1-43.56
NetScaler Gateway 13.1: 13.1 before 13.1-58.32 — fixed in 13.1-58.32
NetScaler Gateway 14.1: 14.1 before 14.1-43.56 — fixed in 14.1-43.56 (from the advisory and NVD; check the exact builds in the official advisory) - CVSS score
- 7.5
- Actively exploited
- Yes, listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
- CISA due date
- July 11, 2025 (deadline for US federal agencies: a good benchmark for you too)
- Source
- CISA KEV – original advisory
- Published
- July 10, 2025
The description and the recommended action are quoted from the public advisory; severity, exploitation status and affected versions are compiled automatically from public sources and may contain errors. The vendor's original advisory prevails: check it before taking action. This information is provided without warranty and does not replace a professional assessment.
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