CVE-2025-7316
IrfanView vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

A remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2025-7316) was discovered in IrfanView CADImage Plugin's DWG file parsing functionality. The vulnerability was reported on February 28, 2025, and publicly disclosed on July 8, 2025. This security flaw affects installations of IrfanView CADImage Plugin versions prior to 4.72 (Zero Day Initiative).

Technical details

The vulnerability stems from improper validation of user-supplied data during the parsing of DWG files, which can result in a memory corruption condition. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.0 base score of 7.8 (High) with the vector string AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H, indicating local access, low attack complexity, no privileges required, and user interaction required (Zero Day Initiative).

Impact

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. The high CVSS score reflects the potential for complete compromise of system confidentiality, integrity, and availability within the scope of the affected application (Zero Day Initiative).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability has been fixed in IrfanView CADImage Plugin version 4.72. Users are advised to upgrade to this version or later to mitigate the risk (Zero Day Initiative).

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