DWFX File Parsing Vulnerabilities in Autodesk Navisworks Desktop Software
Published Sep 30, 2024 · Updated Oct 23, 2026
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Oct 23, 2026
DWFX File Parsing Vulnerabilities in Autodesk Navisworks Desktop Software
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QFinch assessment
A maliciously crafted DWFX file, when parsed in dwfcore.dll through Autodesk Navisworks, may force an Out-of-Bounds Write vulnerability. A malicious actor may leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash, cause data corruption, or execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
Matching a version is only one part of assessing exposure. QFinch has not assessed your environment on this public page.
Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- MEDIUM
- Confidence
- 10%
- Aliases
- None reported
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
Record history
Published Sep 30, 2024 · Last refreshed Oct 23, 2026