CVE-2025-61801 is a Use After Free (CWE-416) vulnerability identified in Adobe Dimension, a 3D design and rendering application widely used in creative industries. The vulnerability exists in versions 4.1.4 and earlier, where improper memory management leads to a Use After Free condition. This flaw can be triggered when a user opens a maliciously crafted file, causing the application to reference memory that has already been freed. Exploiting this vulnerability enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user, potentially compromising system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high severity, with attack vector local (AV:L), low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges required (PR:N), user interaction required (UI:R), unchanged scope (S:U), and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (C:H/I:H/A:H). Although no known exploits are reported in the wild yet, the vulnerability poses a significant risk due to the potential for remote code execution via social engineering or phishing to deliver malicious files. Adobe has not yet released patches, but organizations are advised to monitor for updates. The vulnerability affects all users of Adobe Dimension up to version 4.1.4, particularly those who handle untrusted files or collaborate with external partners. Given the nature of the flaw, attackers could leverage it to gain persistent access, steal sensitive data, or disrupt operations.

For European organizations, especially those in the creative, advertising, and media sectors that rely on Adobe Dimension for 3D content creation, this vulnerability presents a significant risk. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to install malware, exfiltrate intellectual property, or disrupt business operations. Since the attack requires user interaction, phishing or social engineering campaigns could be used to trick employees into opening malicious files, potentially leading to broader network compromise. The impact extends to confidentiality breaches of sensitive design files, integrity loss through unauthorized modifications, and availability issues if systems are destabilized or ransomware is deployed. Organizations with less mature endpoint security or lacking strict application control policies are particularly vulnerable. The absence of patches increases exposure time, and the high CVSS score underscores the critical need for proactive defenses. Additionally, supply chain partners and freelancers using Adobe Dimension could serve as vectors for infection, amplifying the threat across interconnected European businesses.

1. Monitor Adobe’s official channels for patch releases and apply updates immediately upon availability to remediate the vulnerability. 2. Until patches are available, restrict the opening of Adobe Dimension project files from untrusted or unknown sources. 3. Implement strict application control and endpoint protection measures to detect and block suspicious behaviors related to Adobe Dimension. 4. Educate users on the risks of opening files from unverified sources and conduct phishing awareness training to reduce the likelihood of social engineering exploitation. 5. Employ network segmentation to limit the spread of potential infections originating from compromised endpoints running Adobe Dimension. 6. Use file integrity monitoring to detect unauthorized changes to critical design files. 7. Consider disabling or limiting Adobe Dimension usage in high-risk environments until the vulnerability is patched. 8. Review and enhance logging and monitoring to detect anomalous activities associated with Adobe Dimension processes. 9. Coordinate with supply chain partners to ensure they are aware of the vulnerability and follow similar mitigation practices.