What is the severity of ZDI-22-218?

The severity of ZDI-22-218 is considered critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-22-218?

To fix ZDI-22-218, users should update to the latest version of Bentley View as per the vendor's security advisories.

What types of attacks can ZDI-22-218 facilitate?

ZDI-22-218 can facilitate remote code execution attacks requiring user interaction by visiting a malicious page or opening a compromised file.

Who is affected by ZDI-22-218?

Users of Bentley View are affected by ZDI-22-218 and should take immediate action to mitigate the risk.

Is user interaction necessary to exploit ZDI-22-218?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-22-218, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-22-218

high

7.8

4/8/2024

ZDI-22-218: Bentley View TIF File Parsing Uninitialized Variable Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Bentley View. 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 TIF images. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-22-218?
The severity of ZDI-22-218 is considered critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-22-218?
To fix ZDI-22-218, users should update to the latest version of Bentley View as per the vendor's security advisories.
What types of attacks can ZDI-22-218 facilitate?
ZDI-22-218 can facilitate remote code execution attacks requiring user interaction by visiting a malicious page or opening a compromised file.
Who is affected by ZDI-22-218?
Users of Bentley View are affected by ZDI-22-218 and should take immediate action to mitigate the risk.
Is user interaction necessary to exploit ZDI-22-218?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-22-218, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-22-218?
The severity of ZDI-22-218 is considered critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-22-218?
To fix ZDI-22-218, users should update to the latest version of Bentley View as per the vendor's security advisories.
What types of attacks can ZDI-22-218 facilitate?
ZDI-22-218 can facilitate remote code execution attacks requiring user interaction by visiting a malicious page or opening a compromised file.
Who is affected by ZDI-22-218?
Users of Bentley View are affected by ZDI-22-218 and should take immediate action to mitigate the risk.
Is user interaction necessary to exploit ZDI-22-218?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-22-218, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.