CVE-2021-25174: Siemens JT2Go DGN File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
An issue was discovered in Open Design Alliance Drawings SDK before 2021.12. A memory corruption vulnerability exists when reading malformed DGN files. It can allow attackers to cause a crash, potentially enabling denial of service (Crash, Exit, or Restart).
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Siemens JT2Go. 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 DGN 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 CVE-2021-25174?
CVE-2021-25174 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Siemens JT2Go.
How can the CVE-2021-25174 vulnerability be exploited?
The CVE-2021-25174 vulnerability can be exploited by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-25174?
CVE-2021-25174 has a severity value of 7.8, which is considered high.
Which software installations are affected by CVE-2021-25174?
Siemens JT2Go, Siemens COMOS, Siemens Teamcenter Visualization, and Opendesign Drawings Software Development Kit installations are affected by CVE-2021-25174.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-25174?
More information about CVE-2021-25174 can be found in the following references: US-CERT advisory, Zero Day Initiative advisory, and Siemens product certificate.