CVE-2021-31484: OpenText Brava! Desktop DWF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop 16.6.3.84. 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 DWF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-12710.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop. 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 DWF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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What is the severity of CVE-2021-31484?
CVE-2021-31484 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31484?
To fix CVE-2021-31484, it is recommended to update to the latest version of OpenText Brava! Desktop.
What versions of OpenText Brava! Desktop are affected by CVE-2021-31484?
CVE-2021-31484 affects OpenText Brava! Desktop version 16.6.3.84.
Who can exploit CVE-2021-31484?
CVE-2021-31484 can be exploited by remote attackers if the user interacts with a malicious page or file.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-31484?
CVE-2021-31484 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.