CVE-2026-64198: Out Of Bounds Read in file handling when parsing a .DSB file in DASYLab

Published Sep 3, 2026
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Updated

There is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in DASYLab due to improper validation of user-supplied data.   This results in a read a few bytes past the end of an allocated heap buffer during file handling.  Successful exploitation requires an attacker to get a user to open a specially crafted .DSB file.  This issue affects all versions before 2026.0.0.

Affected Software

1 affected component
DASYLab DASYLab<2026.0.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade DASYLab to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2026.0.0

Event History

Sep 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Who is exposed to this issue?

Users of DASYLab versions before 2026.0.0 are exposed if they open a specially crafted .DSB file. Exploitation is local and requires user interaction.

2

What does an attacker need to exploit the vulnerability?

An attacker must create a malicious .DSB file and persuade a user to open it in DASYLab. No privileges are required before exploitation, but the user must interact with the file.

3

Which versions should be remediated?

All DASYLab versions before 2026.0.0 are affected. Update to version 2026.0.0 or later.

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