CVE-2025-14307: Robocode has an insecure temporary file creation vulnerability in the AutoExtract component

December 9, 2025 (updated December 10, 2025)

An insecure temporary file creation vulnerability exists in the AutoExtract component of Robocode version 1.9.3.6. The createTempFile method fails to securely create temporary files, allowing attackers to exploit race conditions and potentially execute arbitrary code or overwrite critical files. This vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the temporary file creation process, leading to potential unauthorized actions.

References

github.com/advisories/GHSA-2mxr-rc97-xrj2
github.com/robo-code/robocode
github.com/robo-code/robocode/commit/9f882bba2a9cd91da57c16b98699f8cc9b354f3a
github.com/robo-code/robocode/pull/68
nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-14307

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