CVE-2021-27587: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer JT File Parsing Null Pointer Dereference 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 JT files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of a pointer prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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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 JT files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write before the start of an allocated data structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
When a user opens manipulated Jupiter Tessellation (.JT) 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-2021-27587?
CVE-2021-27587 is categorized with a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27587?
To mitigate CVE-2021-27587, users should apply the latest security patches provided by SAP for 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2021-27587?
CVE-2021-27587 can be exploited by remote attackers through malicious pages or files requiring user interaction.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-27587?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2021-27587 necessitates user interaction, such as visiting a malicious website or opening an affected file.
What versions of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer are affected by CVE-2021-27587?
CVE-2021-27587 specifically affects version 9 of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer.