CVE-2021-31490: 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-12718.
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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-2021-31490?
CVE-2021-31490 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31490?
To mitigate CVE-2021-31490, it is recommended to update OpenText Brava! Desktop to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of installations are affected by CVE-2021-31490?
CVE-2021-31490 affects installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop version 16.6.3.84.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-31490?
Yes, user interaction is required for CVE-2021-31490 as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What can an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2021-31490?
Exploiting CVE-2021-31490 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.