CVE-2021-34985: Bentley ContextCapture OBJ File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Jan 13, 2022
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Bentley ContextCapture 10.18.0.232. 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 OBJ files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-14785.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Bentley ContextCapture. 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 OBJ files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Bentley ContextCapture
Bentley Contextcapture Viewer<=10.18.00.236

Event History

Jan 13, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:44 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:50 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34985?

CVE-2021-34985 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability that allows the disclosure of sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-34985?

To mitigate CVE-2021-34985, users should update Bentley ContextCapture to the latest version beyond 10.18.00.236.

3

What does CVE-2021-34985 affect?

CVE-2021-34985 affects Bentley ContextCapture versions up to and including 10.18.00.236.

4

Can CVE-2021-34985 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-34985 can be exploited remotely but requires user interaction to be effective.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-34985?

CVE-2021-34985 is a vulnerability that allows for the remote disclosure of sensitive information.

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