CVE-2025-0411: 7-Zip Mark-of-the-Web Bypass Vulnerability
First published: Sat Jan 25 2025(Updated: )
7-Zip contains a protection mechanism failure vulnerability that allows remote attackers to bypass the Mark-of-the-Web security feature to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ZTE ZXR10 9908 | ||
| ZTE ZXR10 9908 | <24.09 |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/7-zip-fixes-bug-that-bypasses-the-windows-motw-security-mechanism-patch-now/
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-045/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/7-zip-motw-bypass-exploited-in-zero-day-attacks-against-ukraine/
- https://www.7-zip.org/history.txt
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-0411
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/01/24/6
- https://www.vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-0411-7-zip-mitigation-vulnerability
- https://www.vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-0411-detection-7-zip-vulnerability
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250207-0005/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-0411?
CVE-2025-0411 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-0411?
To fix CVE-2025-0411, update your 7-Zip installation to the latest version provided by the vendor.
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-0411?
CVE-2025-0411 affects installations of 7-Zip that are configured with the Mark-of-the-Web protection mechanism.
Can CVE-2025-0411 be exploited without user interaction?
No, exploiting CVE-2025-0411 requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious webpage.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-0411?
CVE-2025-0411 is a Mark-of-the-Web bypass vulnerability in the 7-Zip software.
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