CVE-2021-21459: Input Validation

Published Jan 12, 2021

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·02:38 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:38 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21459?

CVE-2021-21459 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to crash the application.

How do I fix CVE-2021-21459?

To mitigate CVE-2021-21459, avoid opening IFF files from untrusted sources and ensure you have the latest updates for SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer.

What are the consequences of CVE-2021-21459?

The exploitation of CVE-2021-21459 can lead to application crashes and temporary unavailability.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-21459?

CVE-2021-21459 affects SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.

How does CVE-2021-21459 occur?

CVE-2021-21459 occurs due to improper input validation when opening manipulated IFF files.