CVE-2025-15351
Deserialization RCE in Anritsu VectorStar CHX File Parser
Publication date: 2026-01-23
Last updated on: 2026-02-23
Assigner: Zero Day Initiative
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| anritsu | vectorstar | 2024.11.1 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-502 | The product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
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]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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]