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The CVE-2025-1428 vulnerability is an Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability that affects various versions of Autodesk's AutoCAD software. This vulnerability can be exploited by a malicious actor through a specially crafted CATPART file. When this file is parsed through Autodesk AutoCAD, it can force an Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability. This can lead to a crash, sensitive data exposure, or arbitrary code execution in the context of the current process. The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 7.8, indicating a high severity level.
Overview
The vulnerability affects various versions of Autodesk's AutoCAD software, including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Mechanical, AutoCAD MEP, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Civil 3D, Advance Steel, and AutoCAD MAP 3D. Versions less than 2025.1.2 and 2023.1.7 are affected. The vulnerability was published on 2025-03-13 and updated on 2025-04-04.
Remediation
Users are advised to update their Autodesk AutoCAD software to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. Users should also be cautious when opening CATPART files from untrusted sources.
References
More information about this vulnerability can be found at the following URL: https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2025-0001
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
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- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- InformationInformation
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
