CVE-2021-25176: Siemens JT2Go DXF File Parsing Untrusted Pointer Dereference Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Mon Jan 18 2021(Updated: )
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 DXF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied value prior to dereferencing it as a pointer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Siemens JT2Go | ||
| Opendesign Drawings Software Development Kit | <2021.11 | |
| Siemens COMOS | <10.4.1 | |
| Siemens JT2Go | <13.1.0.1 | |
| Siemens Teamcenter Visualization | <13.1.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-040-06
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-222/
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-221/
- https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-155599.pdf
- https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-663999.pdf
- https://www.opendesign.com/security-advisories
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-25176.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-25176?
The severity of CVE-2021-25176 is high with a severity value of 7.8.
How can the vulnerability CVE-2021-25176 be exploited?
The vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers who can execute arbitrary code by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-25176?
Siemens JT2Go, Opendesign Drawings Software Development Kit, Siemens COMOS, and Siemens Teamcenter Visualization are affected by CVE-2021-25176.
Are there any references for CVE-2021-25176?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2021-25176 at the following links: [Link 1](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-040-06), [Link 2](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-222/), [Link 3](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-221/).
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