CVE-2025-11015 in Ogre
Summary
by MITRE • 09/26/2025
A weakness has been identified in OGRECave Ogre up to 14.4.1. Impacted is the function STBIImageCodec::encode of the file /ogre/PlugIns/STBICodec/src/OgreSTBICodec.cpp. This manipulation causes mismatched memory management routines. The attack is restricted to local execution. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be exploited.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/30/2025
The vulnerability CVE-2025-11015 resides within the OGRECave Ogre graphics engine version 14.4.1 and earlier, specifically targeting the STBIImageCodec::encode function located in the file /ogre/PlugIns/STBICodec/src/OgreSTBICodec.cpp. This issue represents a critical memory management flaw that stems from improper handling of allocated resources during image encoding operations. The vulnerability manifests when the system processes image data through the STB image codec plugin, which is commonly used for loading and saving various image formats within the Ogre rendering engine. The root cause lies in the mismatched memory management routines where the application employs different allocation and deallocation mechanisms, creating potential for heap corruption and arbitrary code execution.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through local execution attacks where an attacker with access to the system can manipulate image data to trigger the flawed memory handling. The mismatched memory management routines typically involve scenarios where memory is allocated using one method such as malloc or new, but subsequently freed using a different method like free or delete, or where memory is allocated in one context but deallocated in another. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-415, which specifically addresses double free errors and improper memory deallocation patterns, while also relating to CWE-416 which covers use after free conditions. The attack vector requires local system access and leverages the fact that the STB image codec plugin processes user-supplied image data without adequate memory boundary checks or validation mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple memory corruption as it creates potential for more severe consequences including system instability, application crashes, and in some cases, arbitrary code execution. When exploited, the mismatched memory management routines can lead to heap corruption that may allow attackers to manipulate program execution flow or cause denial of service conditions. The vulnerability affects any application that utilizes the Ogre rendering engine with the STB image codec plugin, particularly those handling user-provided image files or processing external graphics data. This presents significant risk for game engines, 3D applications, and any software that relies on Ogre for rendering capabilities, as the exploitation could occur through legitimate image processing workflows.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-11015 should focus on immediate remediation through updating to the patched version of OGRECave Ogre, which addresses the memory management inconsistencies in the STBIImageCodec::encode function. Organizations should implement strict input validation for all image data processed through the STB codec plugin, ensuring that image files are properly sanitized before processing. Additionally, memory debugging tools and address sanitizers should be employed during development and testing phases to identify similar memory management issues. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1059 for command and scripting interpreter and potentially T1203 for Exploitation for Client Execution, as local exploitation could lead to privilege escalation or further system compromise. System administrators should also consider implementing runtime protections such as DEP/NX bit enforcement and ASLR to limit the effectiveness of potential exploitation attempts, while maintaining comprehensive monitoring for unusual memory allocation patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts.