CVE-2025-7990: (0Day) Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt VC6 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 17, 2025
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Updated

Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt VC6 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write 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 VC6 files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated data structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-25944.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt
Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt
Ashlar Cobalt

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-2025-7990?

CVE-2025-7990 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-7990?

To fix CVE-2025-7990, update to the latest version of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt as recommended by the vendor.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-7990?

The impacts of CVE-2025-7990 include unauthorized remote code execution and potential disruption of services.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-7990?

All installations of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt are affected by CVE-2025-7990.

5

Is user interaction required for CVE-2025-7990 exploitation?

Yes, user interaction is necessary to exploit CVE-2025-7990.

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