CVE-2021-21462: Input Validation
First published: Tue Jan 12 2021(Updated: )
SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, version - 9, allows a user to open manipulated PCX 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-2021-21462?
CVE-2021-21462 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to crash the application.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21462?
To fix CVE-2021-21462, ensure that you do not open PCX files from untrusted sources and apply any available patches from SAP.
What impact does CVE-2021-21462 have on SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer?
CVE-2021-21462 can cause the SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer to crash, making it temporarily unavailable until manually restarted.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-21462?
Users of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9 are affected by CVE-2021-21462.
Is CVE-2021-21462 an input validation issue?
Yes, CVE-2021-21462 is caused by improper input validation of manipulated PCX files.
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