Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in IrfanView CADImage Plugin for CGM Files

CVE-2025-7263

What is CVE-2025-7263?

The IrfanView CADImage Plugin has a serious vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This arises from improper validation in the handling of CGM files. When a user opens a malicious CGM file or visits a compromised webpage, it triggers the flaw, enabling an attacker to read past the allocated buffer. This vulnerability highlights the importance of secure coding practices to prevent code execution in the current process context.

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