CVE-2021-43391: Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer DXF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Sun Nov 14 2021(Updated: )
An Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability exists when reading a DXF file using Open Design Alliance Drawings SDK before 2022.11. The specific issue exists within the parsing of DXF files. Crafted data in a DXF file (an invalid dash counter in line types) can trigger a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opendesign Drawings Software Development Kit | <2022.11 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-43391?
CVE-2021-43391 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-43391?
The severity of CVE-2021-43391 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-43391?
CVE-2021-43391 affects Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer and ODAViewer.
How can I mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate CVE-2021-43391, it is recommended to update to the latest version of the affected software when a fix becomes available.
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