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.

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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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