CVE-2022-28317: Bentley MicroStation CONNECT IFC File Parsing Uninitialized Variable Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley MicroStation CONNECT 10.16.02.34. 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 IFC files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-16369.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley MicroStation CONNECT. 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 IFC files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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What is CVE-2022-28317?
CVE-2022-28317 is a vulnerability in Bentley MicroStation CONNECT that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file, to be exploited.
Which versions of Bentley MicroStation CONNECT are affected by this vulnerability?
Bentley MicroStation CONNECT versions up to 10.16.03 are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28317?
The severity of CVE-2022-28317 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix CVE-2022-28317?
To fix CVE-2022-28317, users should update to a version of Bentley MicroStation CONNECT that is greater than 10.16.03.