ZDI-24-1380: Trimble SketchUp Viewer SKP File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Oct 11, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Trimble SketchUp 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 SKP files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. 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 Viewer. 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-2024-9729.

ZDI

Affected Software

1 affected component
Trimble SketchUp Viewer

Event History

Oct 11, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Nov 22, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:01 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-24-1380?

ZDI-24-1380 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix ZDI-24-1380?

To fix ZDI-24-1380, users should update Trimble SketchUp Viewer to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What type of attack is ZDI-24-1380 associated with?

ZDI-24-1380 is associated with remote code execution attacks that require user interaction.

4

Which software is affected by ZDI-24-1380?

ZDI-24-1380 affects installations of Trimble SketchUp Viewer.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-24-1380?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-24-1380, as the target needs to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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