CVE-2025-64729: AVEVA Process Optimization Missing Authorization

Published Jan 16, 2026
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Updated

The vulnerability, if exploited, could allow an authenticated miscreant (OS Standard User) to tamper with Process Optimization project files, embed code, and escalate their privileges to the identity of a victim user who subsequently interacts with the project files.

Affected Software

2 affected components
AVEVA Process Optimization
AVEVA Process Optimization<2025

Remediation

Information

AVEVA recommends users take the following action: * Update to AVEVA Process Optimization v2025 https://softwaresupportsp.aveva.com/en-US/downloads/products/details/a643eaa3-0d85-4fde-ac11-5239e87a68ea For more information, please AVEVA's security bulletin AVEVA-2026-001 https://www.aveva.com/en/support-and-success/cyber-security-updates/ .

Event History

Jan 16, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:12 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:12 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-64729?

CVE-2025-64729 is rated as a critical severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation and unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-64729?

To remediate CVE-2025-64729, ensure that you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by AVEVA for Process Optimization.

3

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2025-64729?

Exploitation of CVE-2025-64729 can allow an authenticated user to modify project files, embed malicious code, and escalate privileges.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-64729?

CVE-2025-64729 affects users of AVEVA Process Optimization who have standard user accounts.

5

What types of attacks can CVE-2025-64729 facilitate?

CVE-2025-64729 can facilitate attacks involving unauthorized modification of files and escalated access to sensitive user privileges.

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