About this tag
The cad security tag on WindowsForum.com covers security issues affecting CAD software on Windows systems, with a focus on Siemens Solid Edge. Recent discussions highlight high-severity file-parsing vulnerabilities that allow malicious CAD documents to execute code on engineering workstations. The tag addresses threats involving .par, .psm, and .dft file formats, which are commonly shared among designers and suppliers. Content includes details on CVE identifiers, CVSS scores, and vendor advisories from Siemens and CISA, emphasizing the importance of patching to mitigate remote code execution risks. This tag is relevant for IT professionals and engineers managing CAD environments who need to stay informed about vulnerabilities and updates.
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    Solid Edge CVEs: Patch SE2025 and SE2026 File RCE Flaws

    Siemens has issued fixes for seven high-severity file-parsing vulnerabilities in Solid Edge that can turn an ordinary-looking CAD document into a code-execution risk on a Windows engineering workstation. The affected formats are Solid Edge’s own .par, .psm, and .dft files—part, sheet-metal, and...