IrfanView CADImage Plugin Code Execution Flaw in CGM File Parsing
CVE-2025-7234

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Irfanview

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 July 2025

What is CVE-2025-7234?

The IrfanView CADImage Plugin contains a vulnerability in its handling of CGM files that permits remote code execution. This critical flaw arises from improper validation of user-supplied input, allowing attackers to manipulate data processing and potentially execute arbitrary code in the context of the application. Successful exploitation necessitates user interaction, as the victim must either visit a malicious webpage or open a specially crafted CGM file. Users are urged to ensure they are using the latest version of the plugin to safeguard against this threat.

Affected Version(s)

IrfanView 4.70.0.0

References

CVSS V3.0

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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CVE-2025-7234 : IrfanView CADImage Plugin Code Execution Flaw in CGM File Parsing