IrfanView CADImage Plugin DXF File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
July 8th, 2025
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IrfanView CADImage Plugin. 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 DXF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a memory corruption condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Additional Details
Fixed in IrfanView CADImage Plugin version 4.72
Disclosure Timeline
- 2025-02-28 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2025-07-08 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2025-07-08 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Rocco Calvi (@TecR0c) with TecSecurity
