CVE-2021-34915: Bentley View J2K File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 13, 2022
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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 J2K files. Crafted data in a J2K 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-14893.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley View. 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 J2K files. Crafted data in a J2K 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.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Bentley Bentley View<10.16.02
Bentley MicroStation<10.16.02
Bentley View

Event History

Jan 13, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:50 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34915?

CVE-2021-34915 is considered to have a critical severity rating due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-34915?

To fix CVE-2021-34915, users should update Bentley View and MicroStation to versions greater than 10.16.02.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2021-34915?

CVE-2021-34915 affects installations of Bentley View 10.15.0.75 and Bentley MicroStation versions prior to 10.16.02.

4

What type of attack exploits CVE-2021-34915?

CVE-2021-34915 can be exploited through user interaction, requiring the target to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

5

What impact does CVE-2021-34915 have on users?

The impact of CVE-2021-34915 could result in unauthorized remote code execution on the affected systems.

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