CVE-2025-65117NVD

Vulnerability Summary

The vulnerability, if exploited, could allow an authenticated miscreant
(Process Optimization Designer User) to embed OLE objects into graphics,
and escalate their privileges to the identity of a victim user who
subsequently interacts with the graphical elements.

Severity Level

HIGH(8.5)

Published Date

Jan 16, 2026

Last Modified

Jan 22, 2026

Exploitation Status

No confirmed exploitation yet

EPSS Score (30-Day)

Data Pending

Root Weakness (CWE)

CWE-676: Unknown/Unlisted Weakness ↗

Refer to the official MITRE database for detailed architectural specifications regarding this weakness.

CVSS v4.0 Base Metrics — Score 8.5 (HIGH)

Attack VectorLocal

Attack ComplexityLow

Attack RequirementsNone

Privileges RequiredHigh

User InteractionPassive

Confidentiality (Vulnerable System)High

Integrity (Vulnerable System)High

Availability (Vulnerable System)None

Confidentiality (Subsequent System)High

Integrity (Subsequent System)High

Availability (Subsequent System)High

CVSS v3.1 Base Metrics — Score 7.4 (HIGH)

Attack VectorLocal

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredHigh

User InteractionRequired

ScopeChanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityNone

Affected & Patched Versions

Affected Versions

Aveva Process Optimization < 2025

Patched Versions

Aveva Process Optimization 2025

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