7.8
CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2021-34877: Bentley View JT File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Thu Jan 13 2022(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley View 10.15.0.75. 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 JT files. Crafted data in a JT file can trigger 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-14829.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bentley View<10.16.02
Bentley MicroStation<10.16.02
Bentley Systems

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-34877?

    CVE-2021-34877 is considered a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution on affected installations.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-34877?

    To fix CVE-2021-34877, users should update Bentley View and MicroStation to versions above 10.16.02.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2021-34877?

    CVE-2021-34877 affects Bentley View 10.15.0.75 and Bentley MicroStation up to version 10.16.02.

  • What conditions are required for CVE-2021-34877 to be exploited?

    Exploitation of CVE-2021-34877 requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

  • What impact does CVE-2021-34877 have on users?

    CVE-2021-34877 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems, posing a significant security risk.

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