CVE-2021-27589: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer SVG File Parsing Use-After-Free 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 SVG files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Other sources
When a user opens manipulated Scalable Vector Graphics (.SVG) 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-2021-27589?
CVE-2021-27589 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27589?
To fix CVE-2021-27589, ensure to update SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer to the latest version provided by SAP.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-27589?
CVE-2021-27589 affects users of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.
What type of attack exploits CVE-2021-27589?
CVE-2021-27589 can be exploited by remote attackers through malicious pages or files requiring user interaction.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-27589?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-27589 can lead to unauthorized remote code execution on affected systems.