CVE-2021-31492: 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-12720.
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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-2021-31492?
CVE-2021-31492 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31492?
To fix CVE-2021-31492, update OpenText Brava! Desktop to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-31492?
CVE-2021-31492 affects installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop version 16.6.3.84.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-31492?
CVE-2021-31492 is a remote code execution vulnerability requiring user interaction.
What actions can attackers perform using CVE-2021-31492?
Attackers can execute arbitrary code on affected systems if a user visits a malicious page or opens a harmful file.