CVE-2021-27586: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer IFF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise 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 IFF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated data structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Other sources
When a user opens manipulated Interchange File Format (.IFF) format files received from untrusted sources in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9, the application crashes and becomes temporarily unavailable to the user until restart of the application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-27586?
CVE-2021-27586 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27586?
To mitigate CVE-2021-27586, ensure that your installation of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer is updated to the latest version.
What are the main effects of CVE-2021-27586?
CVE-2021-27586 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system after user interaction.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-27586?
Organizations using SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9 are at risk from CVE-2021-27586.
Is user interaction required for the exploitation of CVE-2021-27586?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2021-27586, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.