CVE-2021-27382: Siemens Solid Edge Viewer DFT File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
A vulnerability has been identified in Solid Edge SE2020 (All versions < SE2020MP13), Solid Edge SE2020 (All versions < SE2020MP14), Solid Edge SE2021 (All Versions < SE2021MP4). Affected applications lack proper validation of user-supplied data when parsing of PAR files. This could result in a stack based buffer overflow. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. (ZDI-CAN-13040)
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Siemens Solid Edge Viewer. 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 DFT files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a stack-based buffer. 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-2021-27382?
CVE-2021-27382 is a vulnerability in Siemens Solid Edge Viewer that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How can the CVE-2021-27382 vulnerability be exploited?
The CVE-2021-27382 vulnerability can be exploited by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-27382?
The severity of CVE-2021-27382 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-27382?
The Siemens Solid Edge Viewer versions se2020mp13 and up to se2021mp14 are affected by CVE-2021-27382.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-27382?
More information about CVE-2021-27382 can be found at the following references: [Siemens ProductCERT](https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-574442.pdf), [US-CERT](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-103-06), [ZeroDay Initiative](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-612/).