NVIDIA NeMo Vulnerability Enables Remote Exploits

NVIDIA has issued an urgent security advisory addressing three high-severity vulnerabilities in its NeMo Framework, a platform widely used for developing AI-powered applications.

The flaws, if exploited, could allow attackers to execute malicious code, tamper with data, or take control of vulnerable systems. Users are advised to update to NeMo Framework version 25.02 immediately to mitigate risks.

Vulnerabilities Overview

The vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2025-23249, CVE-2025-23250, and CVE-2025-23251, all carry a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.6 (High).

Each flaw enables remote code execution (RCE) or data tampering, posing significant risks to organizations using unpatched versions of NeMo.

CVE ID	Description	Impacts
CVE-2025-23249	Deserialization of untrusted data leading to RCE and data tampering	Code execution, data tampering
CVE-2025-23250	Path traversal allowing arbitrary file writes and RCE	Code execution, data tampering
CVE-2025-23251	Improper code generation control enabling RCE	Code execution, data tampering

• Exploitability: All three flaws are remotely exploitable with no privileges required. User interaction (e.g., clicking a link) is necessary for successful exploitation.
• Impact: Attacks could compromise AI model integrity, expose sensitive data, or disrupt critical systems.

Affected Products and Updates

The vulnerabilities impact NVIDIA NeMo Framework versions before 25.02 across Windows, Linux, and macOS platforms.

CVE IDs Addressed	Affected Versions	Patched Version
CVE-2025-23249 to 23251	All versions <25.02	25.02

NVIDIA emphasizes that earlier branch releases are also vulnerable and must be upgraded. The company recommends evaluating risks specific to local configurations, as the severity assessment reflects an average across diverse environments.

Mitigation and Recommendations

1. Immediate Action: Upgrade to NeMo Framework 25.02 via NVIDIA’s official channels.
2. Monitor Systems: Check for unusual activity in AI workflows or data pipelines.
3. Acknowledgments: NVIDIA credits researcher Peng Zhou (zpbrent) of Shanghai University for discovering and reporting these flaws.

With AI frameworks increasingly targeted by attackers, this patch underscores the importance of timely updates in safeguarding sensitive workloads. Organizations using NVIDIA NeMo should prioritize this update to avoid potential breaches.

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