CVE-2021-31497: OpenText Brava! Desktop DWG File Parsing Use-After-Free 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 processing of DWG files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-13311.
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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 processing of DWG files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. 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-2021-31497?
CVE-2021-31497 is rated as high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31497?
To fix CVE-2021-31497, update OpenText Brava! Desktop to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of attacks exploit CVE-2021-31497?
CVE-2021-31497 can be exploited through malicious pages or files that require user interaction.
Which versions of OpenText Brava! Desktop are affected by CVE-2021-31497?
CVE-2021-31497 specifically affects OpenText Brava! Desktop version 16.6.3.84.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-31497?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2021-31497 as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.