What is the severity of ZDI-22-316?

The severity of ZDI-22-316 is high due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-22-316?

To fix ZDI-22-316, ensure you apply the latest patch or update provided by Siemens for Simcenter Femap.

What kind of attacks are possible with ZDI-22-316?

ZDI-22-316 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code if a user interacts with a malicious page or file.

Who is affected by ZDI-22-316?

Users of Siemens Simcenter Femap are affected by ZDI-22-316.

What is required for an attacker to exploit ZDI-22-316?

User interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a compromised file, is required to exploit ZDI-22-316.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-22-316

high

7.8

4/8/2024

ZDI-22-316: Siemens Simcenter Femap NEU File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Siemens Simcenter Femap. 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 NEU files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated data structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

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Siemens Simcenter Femap

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-22-316?
The severity of ZDI-22-316 is high due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-22-316?
To fix ZDI-22-316, ensure you apply the latest patch or update provided by Siemens for Simcenter Femap.
What kind of attacks are possible with ZDI-22-316?
ZDI-22-316 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code if a user interacts with a malicious page or file.
Who is affected by ZDI-22-316?
Users of Siemens Simcenter Femap are affected by ZDI-22-316.
What is required for an attacker to exploit ZDI-22-316?
User interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a compromised file, is required to exploit ZDI-22-316.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-22-316?
The severity of ZDI-22-316 is high due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-22-316?
To fix ZDI-22-316, ensure you apply the latest patch or update provided by Siemens for Simcenter Femap.
What kind of attacks are possible with ZDI-22-316?
ZDI-22-316 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code if a user interacts with a malicious page or file.
Who is affected by ZDI-22-316?
Users of Siemens Simcenter Femap are affected by ZDI-22-316.
What is required for an attacker to exploit ZDI-22-316?
User interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a compromised file, is required to exploit ZDI-22-316.