CVE-2025-5335

CVE-2025-5335 is a high-severity vulnerability in Autodesk Installer 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-426.

Key facts

Description

A maliciously crafted binary file when downloaded could lead to escalation of privileges to NT AUTHORITY/SYSTEM due to an untrusted search path being utilized in the Autodesk Installer application. Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to code execution.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-5335?
A maliciously crafted binary file when downloaded could lead to escalation of privileges to NT AUTHORITY/SYSTEM due to an untrusted search path being utilized in the Autodesk Installer application. Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to code execution.
How severe is CVE-2025-5335?
CVE-2025-5335 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-2025-5335 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (7th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-5335?
CVE-2025-5335 affects Autodesk Installer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-5335?
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.
Does CVE-2025-5335 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-5335 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-17690.
When was CVE-2025-5335 published?
CVE-2025-5335 was published on 2025-06-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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