CVE-2022-28303: Bentley View SKP File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Mar 29, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley View 10.16.02.022. 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 SKP 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-16280.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley View. 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 SKP 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.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Bentley View
Bentley MicroStation<10.16.03
Bentley View<10.16.03

Event History

Mar 29, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:50 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-28303.

2

What is the title of the vulnerability?

The title of the vulnerability is Bentley View SKP File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-28303?

The severity of CVE-2022-28303 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

4

Which versions of Bentley View are affected by CVE-2022-28303?

Bentley View 10.16.02.022 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2022-28303.

5

How can CVE-2022-28303 be exploited?

CVE-2022-28303 can be exploited by remote attackers who can execute arbitrary code by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

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