CVE-2021-44018: Siemens JT2Go PAR File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
A vulnerability has been identified in JT2Go (All versions < V13.2.0.7), Solid Edge SE2021 (All versions < SE2021MP9), Solid Edge SE2022 (All versions < SE2022MP1), Teamcenter Visualization V13.1 (All versions < V13.1.0.9), Teamcenter Visualization V13.2 (All versions < V13.2.0.7), Teamcenter Visualization V13.3 (All versions < V13.3.0.1). The plmxmlAdapterSE70.dll library is vulnerable to memory corruption condition while parsing specially crafted PAR files. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. (ZDI-CAN-15112)
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Siemens JT2Go. 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 PAR files. Crafted data in a PAR file 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.
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What is the severity of CVE-2021-44018?
The severity of CVE-2021-44018 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.
What is the affected software for CVE-2021-44018?
The affected software for CVE-2021-44018 includes Siemens JT2Go (All versions < V13.2.0.7), Solid Edge SE2021 (All versions < SE2021MP9), Solid Edge SE2022 (All versions < SE2022MP1), Teamcenter Visualization V13.1 (All versions < V13.1.0.9), Teamcenter Visualization V13.2 (All versions < V13.2.0.7), Teamcenter Visualization V13.3 (All versions < V13.3.0.1).
How does CVE-2021-44018 impact Siemens JT2Go?
CVE-2021-44018 impacts Siemens JT2Go versions prior to V13.2.0.7, potentially leading to remote code execution.
What is the recommended solution for CVE-2021-44018?
To mitigate CVE-2021-44018, it is recommended to update Siemens JT2Go, Solid Edge SE2021, Solid Edge SE2022, and Teamcenter Visualization to the latest available versions.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-44018?
More information about CVE-2021-44018 can be found in the following references: [Reference 1](https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-301589.pdf), [Reference 2](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-340/).