CVE-2021-27588: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer HPGL File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow 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 HPGL 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.
Other sources
When a user opens manipulated HPGL 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-2021-27588?
CVE-2021-27588 has a critical severity level as it allows remote code execution on vulnerable SAP installations.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27588?
To fix CVE-2021-27588, ensure that you install the latest security patches provided by SAP for 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-27588?
CVE-2021-27588 affects users of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.
What is the exploit requirement for CVE-2021-27588?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-27588 requires user interaction, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What types of attacks can be performed using CVE-2021-27588?
CVE-2021-27588 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code on affected installations, leading to potential system compromise.