CVE-2021-46613: Bentley MicroStation CONNECT DXF File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Feb 18 2022(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley MicroStation CONNECT 10.16.0.80. 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 DXF files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-15407.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Bentley MicroStation | <10.16.02 | |
| Bentley MicroStation CONNECT | <=10.16.0.80 | |
| Bentley View | <10.16.02 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Bentley MicroStation CONNECT vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Bentley MicroStation CONNECT vulnerability is CVE-2021-46613.
What is the severity rating for CVE-2021-46613?
CVE-2021-46613 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
How does the vulnerability in Bentley MicroStation CONNECT CVE-2021-46613 work?
The vulnerability in Bentley MicroStation CONNECT CVE-2021-46613 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a use-after-free memory corruption issue during the parsing of DXF files.
Which software versions are affected by Bentley MicroStation CONNECT CVE-2021-46613?
Bentley MicroStation CONNECT versions up to and including 10.16.0.80 are affected by CVE-2021-46613.
Are user interactions required to exploit CVE-2021-46613?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2021-46613. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
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