Overview
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the recently discovered CVE-2025-9449 vulnerability. This Use After Free vulnerability affects the PAR file reading procedure in SOLIDWORKS eDrawings, specifically version 2025. It is of significant concern as it could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code while opening a specially crafted PAR file, leading to a potential system compromise or data leakage.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-9449
Severity: High (7.8 CVSS Score)
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: Required
Impact: System compromise and potential data leakage
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Product | Affected Versions
SOLIDWORKS eDrawings | Release SOLIDWORKS Desktop 2025
How the Exploit Works
The vulnerability emerges during the process of reading a PAR file in SOLIDWORKS eDrawings. An attacker can craft a malicious PAR file which, when opened by a user, triggers a Use After Free condition. This condition allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, leading to a potential system compromise.
Conceptual Example Code
The following conceptual example demonstrates how an attacker might exploit the vulnerability. Note that this is a simplified representation and actual exploit code may vary:
# Create a specially crafted malicious PAR file
echo "malicious_code" > exploit.par
# Trick the user into opening the malicious PAR file in SOLIDWORKS eDrawings
echo "Please open this file in SOLIDWORKS eDrawings for review" | mail -s "Urgent design review needed" -a exploit.par user@example.comMitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is strongly recommended to apply the vendor-supplied patch. If the patch cannot be applied immediately, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can serve as a temporary mitigation measure, although this will not completely eliminate the risk. Regularly updating and patching software is a key aspect of maintaining strong cybersecurity practices and reducing the risk of exploitation.
