CVE-2020-6342: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, version - 9, allows a user to open manipulated U3D file received from untrusted sources which results in crashing of the application and becoming temporarily unavailable until the user restarts the application, this is caused due to Improper Input Validation.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer. 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 U3D 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6342?
The severity of CVE-2020-6342 is classified as a medium risk due to potential application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6342?
To fix CVE-2020-6342, ensure that you only open U3D files from trusted sources to avoid exploitation.
What are the consequences of CVE-2020-6342?
The consequences of CVE-2020-6342 include the application crashing and becoming temporarily unavailable.
Which versions of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer are affected by CVE-2020-6342?
CVE-2020-6342 affects SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.
Can CVE-2020-6342 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-6342 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a manipulated U3D file from untrusted sources.