First published: Fri May 03 2024(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 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.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Trimble SketchUp Viewer |
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CVE-2023-50196 has a severity rating that indicates a critical risk due to the ability of remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
To fix CVE-2023-50196, update your Trimble SketchUp Viewer to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
The potential impacts of CVE-2023-50196 include unauthorized remote code execution, which could compromise system integrity and security.
Exploitation of CVE-2023-50196 requires user interaction, specifically by visiting a malicious webpage or opening a malicious file.
CVE-2023-50196 affects installations of Trimble SketchUp Viewer regardless of the operating system, as long as the application is vulnerable.