CVE-2020-6350: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer BMP File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, version - 9, allows a user to open manipulated BMP 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 BMP files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a memory corruption condition. 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-2020-6350?
CVE-2020-6350 has been assessed with a moderate severity rating due to the potential for application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6350?
To mitigate CVE-2020-6350, ensure that your SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer is updated to the latest security patches provided by SAP.
What kind of files can exploit CVE-2020-6350?
CVE-2020-6350 can be exploited by opening manipulated BMP files from untrusted sources.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-6350?
The impact of CVE-2020-6350 includes application crashes and temporary unavailability until the application is restarted.
Is it safe to open BMP files with SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer if updated?
While updating the software reduces risk, it's still advisable to only open BMP files from trusted sources to mitigate potential exploitation.