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Labcenter Electronics Proteus: Malicious File Can Run Code Remotely
CVE-2026-5496
Summary
If you use Labcenter Electronics Proteus, you should be aware that a malicious file can be used to run unauthorized code on your system if you open it or visit a bad website. This requires user interaction, so you need to take steps to protect yourself. To stay safe, update to the latest version of Proteus, and be cautious when opening files or visiting unknown websites.
Original title
Labcenter Electronics Proteus PDSPRJ File Parsing Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations ...
Original description
Labcenter Electronics Proteus PDSPRJ File Parsing Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Labcenter Electronics Proteus. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PDSPRJ files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-25717.
The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PDSPRJ files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-25717.
nvd CVSS3.0
7.8
Vulnerability type
CWE-843
Type Confusion
Published: 11 Apr 2026 · Updated: 11 Apr 2026 · First seen: 11 Apr 2026