ZDI-24-1055: Trimble SketchUp SKP File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 5, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Trimble SketchUp. 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 SKP 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.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Trimble SketchUp. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2024-7509.

ZDI

Affected Software

1 affected component
Trimble SketchUp

Event History

Aug 5, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:38 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-24-1055?

The severity of ZDI-24-1055 is critical as it allows remote code execution.

2

How do I fix ZDI-24-1055?

To fix ZDI-24-1055, you should update Trimble SketchUp to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What types of attacks can exploit ZDI-24-1055?

ZDI-24-1055 can be exploited through a malicious web page or malicious file that requires user interaction.

4

Which software versions are affected by ZDI-24-1055?

ZDI-24-1055 affects specific installations of Trimble SketchUp that have not been updated.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-24-1055?

Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file to exploit ZDI-24-1055.

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