CVE-2021-21449: Input Validation

Published Jan 12, 2021
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Updated

SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, version - 9, allows a user to open manipulated IFF 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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer=9

Event History

Jan 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21449?

The severity of CVE-2021-21449 is classified as a moderate risk due to its potential to crash the application.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-21449?

To fix CVE-2021-21449, users should avoid opening IFF files from untrusted sources and apply any available updates from SAP.

3

What happens if I open a manipulated IFF file related to CVE-2021-21449?

Opening a manipulated IFF file can lead to the crashing of the SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer application.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-21449?

CVE-2021-21449 specifically affects SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.

5

What is the cause of the vulnerability in CVE-2021-21449?

The vulnerability in CVE-2021-21449 is caused by improper input validation when processing manipulated IFF files.

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