CVE-2025-7284: IrfanView CADImage Plugin DWG File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 21, 2025
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Updated

IrfanView CADImage Plugin DWG File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IrfanView CADImage Plugin. 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 DWG files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a memory corruption condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-26220.

Affected Software

4 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Cadsofttools Cadimage Irfanview<15.0.0.8
Cadsofttools Cadimage Irfanview<15.0.0.8
Any of the following
IrfanView IrfanView<4.72
IrfanView IrfanView<4.72

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Patch ZDI-CAN-26220
  2. Compensating control

    Mitigate exploitability by preventing users from opening malicious DWG files (or visiting attacker-controlled pages) that could trigger the IrfanView CADImage Plugin DWG file parsing flaw (ZDI-CAN-26220).

Event History

Jul 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 3, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·11:04 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·11:04 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-7284?

CVE-2025-7284 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-7284?

To remediate CVE-2025-7284, update to the latest version of the IrfanView CADImage Plugin that includes the security patch.

3

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2025-7284?

Exploiting CVE-2025-7284 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems, leading to potential data breaches or system compromise.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-7284?

Yes, user interaction is required for the exploitation of CVE-2025-7284, as the attack is initiated through crafted DWG files.

5

Which versions of IrfanView are affected by CVE-2025-7284?

CVE-2025-7284 impacts specific versions of the IrfanView CADImage Plugin, though exact versions should be verified against vendor advisories.

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