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Advisory Published

ZDI-21-320: Siemens Solid Edge Viewer 3DS File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Siemens Solid Edge 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 3DS files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a memory corruption condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Siemens Solid Edge Viewer

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-21-320?

    The severity of ZDI-21-320 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-21-320?

    To fix ZDI-21-320, users should update to the latest version of Siemens Solid Edge Viewer that addresses the vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by ZDI-21-320?

    ZDI-21-320 affects installations of Siemens Solid Edge Viewer prior to the patch that mitigates this vulnerability.

  • What are the potential impacts of ZDI-21-320?

    The potential impacts of ZDI-21-320 include unauthorized remote code execution on affected systems.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-21-320?

    Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-21-320 by opening a malicious file or visiting a malicious webpage.

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