How severe is CVE-2023-25002?

CVE-2023-25002 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-25002 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-25002?

CVE-2023-25002 primarily affects Autodesk 3ds Max. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-25002?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2023-25002 published?

CVE-2023-25002 was published on 2023-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-25002

CVE-2023-25002 is a high-severity vulnerability in Autodesk 3ds Max with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-416.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-416
Affected product: Autodesk 3ds Max
Published: 2023-06-27
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A maliciously crafted SKP file in Autodesk products is used to trigger use-after-free vulnerability. Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to code execution.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-25002?: A maliciously crafted SKP file in Autodesk products is used to trigger use-after-free vulnerability. Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to code execution.
How severe is CVE-2023-25002?: CVE-2023-25002 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-25002 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-25002?: CVE-2023-25002 primarily affects Autodesk 3ds Max. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-25002?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2023-25002 published?: CVE-2023-25002 was published on 2023-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2023-0002

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:3ds_max:2022:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:3ds_max:2023:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:navisworks:2022:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:navisworks:2023:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:revit:2022:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:revit:2023:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:vred:2023:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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