Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2019-25268 is a reported insecure library loading flaw in NREL BEopt. If a user opens BEopt-related files from an attacker-controlled network share, the application may load a malicious library and run unauthorized code. This can compromise the user’s workstation. No cited source confirms active exploitation in the wild.
Executive priority
Prioritize if BEopt is used on managed workstations or in shared research environments. The business risk is workstation compromise through normal file-opening workflows. If BEopt is not deployed, priority is low after confirming inventory.
Technical view
The issue is classified as CWE-427 in BEopt 2.8.0.0, with 2.7.0.0 and 2.6.0.1 also listed as affected. Sources describe DLL hijacking involving sdl2.dll and libegl.dll loaded from remote WebDAV or SMB locations. The provided CVSS is 9.8, though the narrative implies user interaction despite the vector listing UI:N.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely on Windows systems where BEopt is installed and users open project or application files from network shares, WebDAV locations, or untrusted directories. Organizations using BEopt in research, energy modeling, or engineering workflows should inventory installations.
Exploitation context
Public third-party advisories and exploit listings exist, but the source bundle does not show CISA KEV inclusion or confirmed active exploitation. The attack depends on unsafe library search behavior and access to a location from which BEopt will load libraries.
Researcher notes
Evidence is based on CVE data and third-party advisories, not a cited vendor security bulletin. The source bundle names affected versions and library-loading behavior, but does not provide an official patch level. Treat exploit listings as public availability, not proof of active exploitation.
Mitigation direction
- Check NREL or BEopt guidance for fixed versions or official workarounds.
- Avoid opening BEopt files from untrusted SMB, WebDAV, or shared directories.
- Run BEopt projects from trusted local directories only.
- Restrict user access to untrusted network shares where feasible.
- Remove or isolate unsupported BEopt versions if no fix is available.
Validation and detection
- Inventory endpoints for BEopt 2.8.0.0, 2.7.0.0, and 2.6.0.1.
- Review software deployment records for affected BEopt versions.
- Confirm whether users open BEopt files from network shares.
- Check vendor sources for current patches or retirement guidance.
- Monitor endpoint alerts for suspicious library loads associated with BEopt.
Public sources used
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- Critical
- CVSS
- 9.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H3.95.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
9.8CriticalVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- Zero Science Lab Vulnerability AdvisoryCVE reference · third-party-advisory
- Packet Storm Security Exploit EntryCVE reference · exploit
- CXSecurity Vulnerability ListingCVE reference · third-party-advisory
- IBM X-Force Vulnerability ExchangeCVE reference · vdb-entry
- BEopt Product HomepageCVE reference · product
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