CVE-2025-7283
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-07-21
Last updated on: 2025-07-25
Assigner: Zero Day Initiative
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| cadsofttools | cadimage | to 15.0.0.8 (exc) |
| cadsofttools | cadimage | to 15.0.0.8 (exc) |
| irfanview | irfanview | to 4.72 (exc) |
| irfanview | irfanview | to 4.72 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-119 | The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it reads from or writes to a memory location outside the buffer's intended boundary. This may result in read or write operations on unexpected memory locations that could be linked to other variables, data structures, or internal program data. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a memory corruption flaw in the IrfanView CADImage Plugin when parsing DWG files. It occurs because the plugin does not properly validate user-supplied data, which can lead to memory corruption. An attacker can exploit this by tricking a user into opening a malicious DWG file or visiting a malicious page, allowing the attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected process.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your system with the privileges of the user running the IrfanView CADImage Plugin. This could lead to unauthorized actions such as installing malware, stealing data, or disrupting system operations. Exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file or visiting a malicious webpage.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
IrfanView users should avoid opening untrusted or suspicious DWG files and refrain from visiting malicious web pages that could trigger the vulnerability. Applying any available patches or updates from the vendor once released is recommended. Additionally, consider restricting the use of the CADImage Plugin or running IrfanView in a restricted environment to limit potential impact.