CVE-2025-11463: (0Day) Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt XE File Parsing Integer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Oct 29, 2025
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Updated

Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt XE File Parsing Integer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

The specific flaw exists within the parsing of XE files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in an integer overflow before allocating a buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-26626.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt XE
Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt
Ashlar Cobalt=12.2.1204.97

Event History

Oct 29, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:51 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·07:51 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-11463?

The severity of CVE-2025-11463 is critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-11463?

To fix CVE-2025-11463, update to the latest patched version of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt XE.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-11463?

CVE-2025-11463 affects installations of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt XE and related products.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-11463?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2025-11463.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-11463?

CVE-2025-11463 is an integer overflow vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

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