What is the severity of ZDI-21-638?

The severity of ZDI-21-638 is rated as medium due to the requirement of user interaction to exploit the vulnerability.

How do I fix ZDI-21-638?

To fix ZDI-21-638, ensure that OpenText Brava! Desktop is updated to the latest version that contains the security patches.

What kind of information can be disclosed due to ZDI-21-638?

ZDI-21-638 can lead to the disclosure of sensitive information from the affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-21-638?

Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-21-638, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

What products are affected by ZDI-21-638?

ZDI-21-638 affects installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-21-638

low

3.3

3/8/2024

ZDI-21-638: OpenText Brava! Desktop DWF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop. 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 user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated data structure. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
OpenText Brava! Desktop

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Reference Links

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-638/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-21-638?
The severity of ZDI-21-638 is rated as medium due to the requirement of user interaction to exploit the vulnerability.
How do I fix ZDI-21-638?
To fix ZDI-21-638, ensure that OpenText Brava! Desktop is updated to the latest version that contains the security patches.
What kind of information can be disclosed due to ZDI-21-638?
ZDI-21-638 can lead to the disclosure of sensitive information from the affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-21-638?
Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-21-638, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What products are affected by ZDI-21-638?
ZDI-21-638 affects installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-21-638?
The severity of ZDI-21-638 is rated as medium due to the requirement of user interaction to exploit the vulnerability.
How do I fix ZDI-21-638?
To fix ZDI-21-638, ensure that OpenText Brava! Desktop is updated to the latest version that contains the security patches.
What kind of information can be disclosed due to ZDI-21-638?
ZDI-21-638 can lead to the disclosure of sensitive information from the affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-21-638?
Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-21-638, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What products are affected by ZDI-21-638?
ZDI-21-638 affects installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.