CVE-2021-43279: Open Design Alliance (ODA) ODAViewer U3D File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 14, 2021
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Updated

An out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the U3D file reading procedure in Open Design Alliance PRC SDK before 2022.10. Crafted data in a U3D file can trigger a write 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.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Open Design Alliance (ODA) ODAViewer. 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 U3D files. Crafted data in a U3D 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

2 affected components
Open Design Alliance (ODA) ODAViewer
Opendesign Oda Prc Software Development Kit<2022.10

Event History

Nov 14, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:53 PM
Description
Feb 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:39 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-43279.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-43279?

The severity of CVE-2021-43279 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2021-43279?

Open Design Alliance (ODA) ODAViewer versions up to 2022.10 are affected by CVE-2021-43279.

4

How does the vulnerability in ODAViewer work?

The vulnerability in ODAViewer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the U3D file parsing functionality. This can be triggered by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2021-43279?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-43279 in the Open Design Alliance (ODA) security advisories and the Zero Day Initiative advisories.

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