7.8
CWE
416
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-29117: arcreader use-after-free

First published: Fri Aug 12 2022(Updated: )

A use-after-free vulnerability when parsing a specially crafted file in Esri ArcReader 10.8.1 (and earlier) allows an unauthenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

Credit: psirt@esri.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Esri ArcReader<=10.8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-29117?

    The severity of CVE-2021-29117 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

  • How does CVE-2021-29117 affect Esri ArcReader?

    CVE-2021-29117 affects Esri ArcReader version 10.8.1 and earlier.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2021-29117?

    CVE-2021-29117 allows an unauthenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

  • Is CVE-2021-29117 exploitable remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2021-29117 can be exploited remotely by an unauthenticated attacker.

  • How can I mitigate the vulnerability in Esri ArcReader?

    To mitigate CVE-2021-29117, it is recommended to update Esri ArcReader to the latest version available.

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