ZDI-21-1356: Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer DWF File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer. 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 DWF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer

Event History

Mar 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·01:06 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-21-1356?

ZDI-21-1356 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix ZDI-21-1356?

To remediate ZDI-21-1356, users should update their Open Design Alliance Drawings Explorer to the latest patched version.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-21-1356?

ZDI-21-1356 affects installations of Open Design Alliance Drawings Explorer that have not been updated to the latest security version.

4

What type of attack is associated with ZDI-21-1356?

ZDI-21-1356 is associated with remote code execution attacks that require user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

5

What are the potential impacts of ZDI-21-1356?

The potential impacts of ZDI-21-1356 include unauthorized access to system resources, data theft, and the ability to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system.

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