Heap-Based Overflow Vulnerability in Autodesk Revit Software
CVE-2025-5040

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Autodesk
Status
Revit
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 July 2025

What is CVE-2025-5040?

A vulnerability exists within Autodesk Revit that allows for the exploitation of a heap-based overflow triggered by a maliciously crafted RTE file. An attacker could exploit this flaw to cause application crashes, read sensitive information, or execute arbitrary code within the running process. This vulnerability highlights the importance of ensuring application security and prompt updates to mitigate potential exploitation risks.

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Affected Version(s)

Revit 2026 < 2026.2

Revit 2025 < 2025.4.2

Revit 2024 < 2024.3.3

References

https://www.autodesk.com/products/autodesk-access/overview
patch
https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-s...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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