CVE-2025-7224: INVT HMITool · Out-of-bounds Write
Affects INVT HMIToolSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.8 High.
Data as of 12 Nov 2026, 23:24 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 15% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 21 Jul 2025
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 13 Nov 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| INVT HMITool | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Organizations should implement targeted mitigations beyond generic advice. First, restrict the use of INVT HMITool to trusted personnel and environments, minimizing exposure to untrusted files or websites. Employ application whitelisting and sandboxing techniques to limit the execution context of HMITool and contain potential exploitation. Network segmentation should be enforced to isolate systems running HMITool from broader corporate and operational networks, reducing lateral movement risks. User training focused on recognizing phishing and social engineering attempts is critical to prevent the initial user interaction required for exploitation. Monitoring and logging of file access and process behavior related to HMITool should be enhanced to detect anomalous activities. Regularly check for vendor updates and apply patches promptly once available.
Description
INVT HMITool VPM File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of INVT HMITool. 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 VPM files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-25045.