CVE-2025-15351
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Deserialization RCE in Anritsu VectorStar CHX File Parser

Publication date: 2026-01-23

Last updated on: 2026-02-23

Assigner: Zero Day Initiative

Description
Anritsu VectorStar CHX File Parsing Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Anritsu VectorStar. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of CHX files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-27040.
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Published
2026-01-23
Last Modified
2026-02-23
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-01-23
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2025-15351
EUVD
EUVD-2026-4486
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Vendor Product Version / Range
anritsu vectorstar 2024.11.1
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CWE ID Description
CWE-502 The product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a remote code execution flaw in Anritsu VectorStar that occurs during the parsing of CHX files. It happens because the software does not properly validate user-supplied data when deserializing it, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code by tricking a user into opening a malicious file or visiting a malicious webpage. [1]

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current process on the affected system. This can lead to unauthorized control over the system, potentially resulting in data theft, system compromise, or further attacks. [1]

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, avoid opening untrusted CHX files or visiting untrusted webpages that could contain malicious content. Ensure that users are aware of the risk and do not interact with suspicious files or links. Additionally, apply any available patches or updates from Anritsu for the VectorStar product to address this deserialization vulnerability. [1]

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