CVE-2024-8599: Autodesk AutoCAD ACTranslators STP File Parsing Memory Corruption Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Oct 29, 2024
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Updated

A maliciously crafted STP file when parsed in ACTranslators.exe through Autodesk AutoCAD can force a Memory Corruption vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash, write sensitive data, or execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

9 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Autodesk AutoCAD>=2025<2025.1.1
Autodesk Autocad Advance Steel>=2025<2025.1.1
Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture>=2025<2025.1.1
Autodesk Autocad Civil 3d>=2025<2025.1.1
Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical>=2025<2025.1.1
Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical>=2025<2025.1.1
Autodesk AutoCAD MEP>=2025<2025.1.1
Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D>=2025<2025.1.1
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Oct 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:13 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8599?

CVE-2024-8599 is considered to be a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption and arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8599?

To fix CVE-2024-8599, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Autodesk for affected versions of AutoCAD.

3

What versions of AutoCAD are impacted by CVE-2024-8599?

CVE-2024-8599 affects Autodesk AutoCAD versions between 2025 and 2025.1.1, including variants like AutoCAD Architecture and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-8599?

The risks associated with CVE-2024-8599 include software crashes, writing of sensitive data, and execution of arbitrary code by a malicious actor.

5

How can CVE-2024-8599 be exploited?

CVE-2024-8599 can be exploited by opening a maliciously crafted STP file in ACTranslators.exe through Autodesk AutoCAD.

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