CVE-2024-37006: Autodesk AutoCAD · Out-of-bounds Write
Affects Autodesk AutoCADSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.8 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 14:05 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.4% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 34% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 25 Jun 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Autodesk AutoCAD | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
- Monitor Autodesk's official channels closely for patches addressing CVE-2024-37006 and apply them promptly once available.
- Implement strict file handling policies to restrict the opening of CATPRODUCT files from untrusted or unknown sources.
- Employ advanced endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions capable of detecting anomalous memory corruption or suspicious DLL activity related to CC5Dll.dll.
- Conduct user awareness training focused on the risks of opening unsolicited or unexpected CAD files, emphasizing phishing and social engineering tactics.
- Utilize application whitelisting to limit execution of unauthorized binaries and scripts within design environments.
- Isolate AutoCAD workstations in segmented network zones to reduce lateral movement in case of compromise.
- Regularly back up critical design files and verify backup integrity to enable recovery from potential ransomware or destructive attacks leveraging this vulnerability.
Description
A maliciously crafted CATPRODUCT file, when parsed in CC5Dll.dll through Autodesk applications, can lead to a memory corruption vulnerability by write access violation. This vulnerability, in conjunction with other vulnerabilities, can lead to code execution in the context of the current process.