CVE-2020-6357: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer U3D File Parsing Memory Corruption 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 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-2020-6357?
CVE-2020-6357 has a severity rating that can impact application stability, leading to crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6357?
To mitigate CVE-2020-6357, ensure that users only open U3D files from trusted sources.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-6357?
CVE-2020-6357 affects SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-6357?
CVE-2020-6357 is classified as an improper input validation vulnerability.
Can CVE-2020-6357 cause data loss?
While CVE-2020-6357 primarily results in application crashes, it does not directly lead to data loss.