CVE-2022-42938: High severity Autodesk AutoCAD vulnerability
A malicious crafted TGA file when consumed through DesignReview.exe application could lead to memory corruption vulnerability. This vulnerability in conjunction with other vulnerabilities could lead to code execution in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-42938.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-42938?
The severity of CVE-2022-42938 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.
What software is affected by CVE-2022-42938?
Autodesk Autocad (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk Autocad Advance Steel (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk Autocad Civil 3d (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk Autocad Lt (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk AutoCAD Map 3D (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk AutoCAD MEP (versions 2019-2023), Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D (versions 2019-2023), and Autodesk Design Review (version 2018) are affected by CVE-2022-42938.
How does CVE-2022-42938 exploit the vulnerability?
CVE-2022-42938 exploits the vulnerability by using a malicious crafted TGA file that, when consumed through the DesignReview.exe application, could lead to memory corruption.
Is there a fix for CVE-2022-42938?
Yes, Autodesk has released a security advisory (ADSK-SA-2022-0004) with remediation steps to address CVE-2022-42938. Please refer to the reference link for more information.