CVE-2023-50188: Trimble SketchUp Viewer SKP File Parsing Uninitialized Variable Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Trimble SketchUp Viewer. 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 proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Trimble SketchUp Viewer
Trimble Sketchup Viewer Windows<23.2.101
Trimble Sketchup Viewer Macos<23.2.102

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:14 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:14 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:34 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-50188?

CVE-2023-50188 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-50188?

To mitigate CVE-2023-50188, users should ensure they have updated to the latest version of Trimble SketchUp Viewer that contains the security patch.

3

What types of attack vectors can exploit CVE-2023-50188?

CVE-2023-50188 can be exploited through malicious web pages or files that the user must interact with.

4

Does CVE-2023-50188 require user interaction to exploit?

Yes, CVE-2023-50188 requires user interaction, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

5

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-50188?

The vulnerability CVE-2023-50188 affects installations of Trimble SketchUp Viewer.

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