CVE-2022-27868

Name: CVE-2022-27868
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-06-21T15:15:08.727+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.01%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-27868 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A maliciously crafted CAT file in Autodesk AutoCAD 2023 can be used to trigger use-after-free vulnerability. Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to code execution.. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A maliciously crafted CAT file in Autodesk AutoCAD 2023 can be used to trigger use-after-free vulnerability. Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.01%

58.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-416

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Autodesk	Autocad	2023

References

https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2022-0005Vendor Advisory
https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2022-0005Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 21, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-27868?

A maliciously crafted CAT file in Autodesk AutoCAD 2023 can be used to trigger use-after-free vulnerability. Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to code execution.

How severe is CVE-2022-27868?

CVE-2022-27868 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-27868?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST