CVE-2025-9459 in Shared Components
Summary
by MITRE • 12/16/2025
A maliciously crafted SLDPRT file, when parsed through certain Autodesk products, can force an Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash, read sensitive data, or execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/16/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-9459 represents a critical out-of-bounds read flaw within Autodesk's software ecosystem, specifically affecting applications that process SLDPRT files. This file format is commonly used in Autodesk's SolidWorks platform for storing 3D mechanical design data, making the vulnerability particularly concerning for engineering and manufacturing environments where such files are frequently exchanged and processed. The flaw manifests when these applications parse malformed SLDPRT files, creating a scenario where memory access occurs beyond the boundaries of allocated buffers.
The technical nature of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and memory management within the file parsing routines of affected Autodesk products. When a maliciously crafted SLDPRT file is processed, the application fails to properly bounds-check array accesses or validate file structures, leading to memory read operations that extend beyond intended data boundaries. This memory corruption can be exploited to trigger various malicious outcomes depending on the execution context and available memory layout. The vulnerability maps directly to CWE-129, which describes improper validation of array index bounds, and potentially to CWE-787, which addresses out-of-bounds write operations that can lead to read vulnerabilities.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations relying on Autodesk products for design and engineering workflows. A malicious actor could leverage this flaw to cause application crashes, potentially leading to data loss or system instability during critical design processes. More critically, the vulnerability enables information disclosure through memory reads that could expose sensitive data such as design specifications, intellectual property, or system memory contents. The arbitrary code execution capability presents the most severe risk, allowing attackers to gain control of the affected system with the privileges of the running application, potentially leading to full system compromise. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007 for command and scripting interpreter, and T1068 for exploit for privilege escalation.
The impact extends beyond individual system compromise to affect entire engineering networks where design files are shared and processed. Organizations using SolidWorks or related Autodesk products must consider the potential for supply chain attacks where malicious SLDPRT files are introduced through legitimate file exchange channels. The vulnerability's exploitation requires minimal user interaction beyond opening a malicious file, making it particularly dangerous in environments where users regularly handle external design files from collaborators or suppliers. Mitigation strategies should include immediate patching of affected Autodesk software versions, implementation of file validation controls, network segmentation to limit exposure, and enhanced user awareness regarding file handling practices. Additionally, organizations should consider implementing application whitelisting policies to restrict execution of unauthorized software and establish secure file handling procedures that include automated scanning for potentially malicious file structures.