CVE-2021-44449
First published: Tue Dec 14 2021(Updated: )
A vulnerability has been identified in JT Utilities (All versions < V12.8.1.1), JTTK (All versions < V10.8.1.1). JTTK library in affected products contains an out of bounds write past the end of an allocated structure while parsing specially crafted JT files. This could allow an attacker to execute code in the context of the current process. (ZDI-CAN-14830)
Credit: productcert@siemens.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Siemens Jt Open Toolkit | <10.8.1.1 | |
| Siemens Jt Utilities | <12.8.1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this security issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-44449.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-44449?
The severity of CVE-2021-44449 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which versions of JT Utilities are affected by CVE-2021-44449?
All versions of JT Utilities prior to V12.8.1.1 are affected by CVE-2021-44449.
Which versions of JTTK are affected by CVE-2021-44449?
All versions of JTTK prior to V10.8.1.1 are affected by CVE-2021-44449.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-44449?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-44449 by parsing specially crafted JT files, which can lead to an out of bounds write past the end of an allocated structure.
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