CVE-2021-21453: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jan 12 2021(Updated: )
SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, version - 9, allows a user to open manipulated RLE 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.
Credit: cna@sap.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer | =9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-21453?
CVE-2021-21453 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to disrupt application availability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21453?
To fix CVE-2021-21453, ensure that you validate and sanitize the input files before opening them in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer.
What are the risks of CVE-2021-21453?
The risks of CVE-2021-21453 include application crashes and temporary unavailability when handling malicious RLE files.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-21453?
CVE-2021-21453 affects users of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2021-21453?
CVE-2021-21453 is caused by improper input validation when the application processes manipulated RLE files.
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