CVE-2021-29097: Esri ArcReader PMF File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Mar 25, 2021
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Updated

Multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities when parsing a specially crafted file in Esri ArcReader, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Engine 10.8.1 (and earlier) and ArcGIS Pro 2.7 (and earlier) allow an unauthenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Esri ArcReader. 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 PMF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

ZDI

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Esri ArcReader. 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 PMF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

ZDI

Affected Software

7 affected components
Esri ArcReader
Esri ArcGIS<=10.8.1
Esri ArcGIS Desktop<=10.8.1
Esri ArcGIS Pro<=2.7
Esri ArcReader<=10.8.1
Esri ArcGIS Engine<=10.8.1
Esri ArcMap<=10.8.1

Event History

Mar 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
May 21, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:58 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-29097 vulnerability?

CVE-2021-29097 is a vulnerability in Esri ArcReader that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How can the CVE-2021-29097 vulnerability be exploited?

In order to exploit CVE-2021-29097, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

3

Which versions of Esri ArcReader are affected by CVE-2021-29097?

Versions up to and including 10.8.1 of Esri ArcReader are affected by CVE-2021-29097.

4

What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-29097?

CVE-2021-29097 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-29097?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-29097 in the Esri security advisory and the Zero Day Initiative advisories.

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