CVE-2019-9197: Unity com.unity3d.kharma Protocol Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2019
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Updated

The com.unity3d.kharma protocol handler in Unity Editor 2018.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Unity Editor. 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 handler for the com.unity3d.kharma protocol. A crafted URI with the com.unity3d.kharma protocol can trigger execution of a system call composed from a user-supplied string. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Unity Technologies Unity
unity3d Unity Editor>=5.6.0<5.6.7f1
unity3d Unity Editor>=2017.4.22<2017.4.22f1
unity3d Unity Editor>=2018.2.21<2018.2.21f1
unity3d Unity Editor>=2018.3.7<2018.3.7f1
unity3d Unity Editor>=2019.1.0<2019.1.0b5
unity3d Unity Editor>=2019.2.0<2019.2.0a7
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 31, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:30 PM
Description
Feb 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:45 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-9197?

CVE-2019-9197 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-9197?

To fix CVE-2019-9197, update your Unity Editor to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-9197?

CVE-2019-9197 affects users of specific versions of Unity Editor ranging from 5.6.0 to 2019.2.0a7.

4

What type of attack vector is involved in CVE-2019-9197?

CVE-2019-9197 can be exploited through a remote code execution vector requiring user interaction.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-9197?

Currently, the most effective workaround for CVE-2019-9197 is to avoid using vulnerable versions of the Unity Editor until an update is applied.

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