CVE-2021-27593: Input Validation
First published: Mon Mar 22 2021(Updated: )
When a user opens manipulated Graphics Interchange Format (.GIF) files received from untrusted sources in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, the application crashes and becomes temporarily unavailable to the user until restart of the application.
Credit: cna@sap.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer | =9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-27593?
CVE-2021-27593 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to its potential to crash the application when processing malicious GIF files.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27593?
To fix CVE-2021-27593, users should update to the latest version of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer that addresses this vulnerability.
What will happen if I open a malicious GIF file in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer related to CVE-2021-27593?
If a user opens a malicious GIF file, the application will crash and require a restart to be accessible again.
Is CVE-2021-27593 a risk to all users of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer 9?
Yes, all users of SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9 are at risk if they open untrusted or manipulated GIF files.
What steps can I take to mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2021-27593?
To mitigate the risk, avoid opening GIF files from untrusted sources and ensure the application is updated to the latest version.
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