CVE-2023-27915 Memory corruption in Autodesk AutoCAD

High 7.8 Published 14 Apr 2023 Updated 6 Feb 2025

A malicious X_B file can cause memory corruption in AutoCAD, potentially leading to code execution in the current process context.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-27915?

CVE-2023-27915 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Autodesk Autocad, published on 14 Apr 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A maliciously crafted X_B file when parsed through Autodesk® AutoCAD® 2023 could lead to memory corruption vulnerability by read access violation. This vulnerability in conjunction with other vulnerabilities could lead to code execution in the context of the current process.

Weakness: CWE-787, CWE-125

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-27915?

It affects 10 products.

Products include Autodesk Autocad, Autodesk Autocad Advance Steel, Autodesk Autocad Architecture, Autodesk Autocad Civil 3d, Autodesk Autocad Electrical, Autodesk Autocad Lt and 4 more.

How do I fix CVE-2023-27915?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-27915 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2023-27915 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-27915 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-hvmh-7jp7-68cp.