LibreOffice 25.2.4

❓ Frequently Asked Questions and Known Security Issues

1. Has LibreOffice been associated with any known security vulnerabilities?

Yes, LibreOffice has had several documented security vulnerabilities over the years. One notable example is CVE-2025-1080, a critical vulnerability that allowed attackers to execute arbitrary scripts via manipulated macro URLs. This flaw was patched in versions 24.8.5 and 25.2.1.
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Another significant vulnerability is CVE-2025-0514, which involved improper validation of non-file URLs interpreted as Windows file paths, potentially allowing attackers to execute malicious files on Windows systems. This issue was addressed in version 24.8.5.
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2. What was the issue with macro signature validation in LibreOffice?

LibreOffice had a vulnerability (CVE-2022-26305) where it improperly validated macro signatures. Instead of thoroughly verifying the certificate, it only matched the serial number and issuer string, which could be spoofed by attackers to run untrusted macros. This issue was fixed in versions 7.2.7 and 7.3.1.
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3. Were there any vulnerabilities related to password storage in LibreOffice?

Yes, two vulnerabilities, CVE-2022-26306 and CVE-2022-26307, were identified concerning the storage of passwords for web connections. The first involved the use of a static initialization vector, making it easier for attackers to recover passwords without knowing the master password. The second involved weak master keys due to poor encoding, reducing their entropy and making them susceptible to brute-force attacks. Both issues were addressed in versions 7.2.7 and 7.3.3.
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4. Has LibreOffice addressed issues with digital signature verification?

Yes, CVE-2024-7788 highlighted a vulnerability where signatures in "repair mode" were improperly trusted, potentially allowing malicious documents to appear legitimate. This issue was fixed in versions 24.2.5 and 24.8.0.
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5. Are there any known issues with hyperlink handling in LibreOffice?

Indeed, CVE-2025-0514 addressed a vulnerability where LibreOffice's hyperlink handling mechanism could be exploited to execute malicious files on Windows systems. This was due to improper validation of non-file URLs interpreted as Windows file paths. The flaw was patched in version 24.8.5.
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