CVE-2025-64301: Canva Affinity · Out-of-bounds Write
Affects Canva AffinitySource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.8 High.
Data as of 29 Oct 2026, 19:04 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 19% 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 17 Mar 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponized: 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 29 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| CanvaAffinity | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
To mitigate CVE-2025-64301, organizations should implement the following specific measures: 1) Restrict the opening of EMF files from untrusted or unknown sources within Canva Affinity until a vendor patch is released. 2) Employ application whitelisting and sandboxing techniques to isolate Canva Affinity processes and limit the impact of potential exploitation. 3) Educate users about the risks of opening unsolicited or suspicious EMF files, emphasizing cautious handling of email attachments and downloads. 4) Monitor and control file sharing channels to prevent distribution of malicious EMF files. 5) Use endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools to detect anomalous behaviors indicative of exploitation attempts. 6) Regularly back up critical design files and maintain incident response plans tailored to software compromise scenarios. 7) Once available, promptly apply vendor patches or updates addressing this vulnerability. 8) Consider disabling or limiting EMF file support in Canva Affinity if feasible within operational requirements. These targeted actions go beyond generic advice by focusing on the specific attack vector and software context.
Description
CVE-2025-64301 is a high-severity out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the EMF functionality of Canva Affinity version 3.0.1.3808. An attacker can exploit this by crafting a malicious EMF file that triggers an out-of-bounds write, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability requires local access and user interaction to open the malicious file but does not require privileges or authentication. This flaw impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability, making it critical for affected users to apply mitigations promptly. No known exploits are currently in the wild, but the risk remains significant due to the potential for remote code execution. Organizations using Canva Affinity in creative and design workflows should prioritize patching once available and implement strict file handling policies. Countries with significant usage of Canva Affinity and high-value creative industries are at greater risk.