CVE-2025-7984: (0Day) Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt AR File Parsing Uninitialized Variable Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 17, 2025
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Updated

Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt AR File Parsing Uninitialized Variable 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 AR files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-25700.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt
Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt
Ashlar Cobalt=12.2.1204.96

Event History

Sep 17, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:51 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:02 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·09:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-7984?

CVE-2025-7984 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-7984?

To fix CVE-2025-7984, update to the latest version of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt as per the vendor's security advisories.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-7984?

CVE-2025-7984 is a remote code execution vulnerability caused by uninitialized variables in file parsing.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-7984?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2025-7984.

5

What applications are affected by CVE-2025-7984?

CVE-2025-7984 affects installations of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt.

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