Advisory Published

ZDI-24-1435: Autodesk AutoCAD 3DM File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Thu Oct 31 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Autodesk AutoCAD. 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-2024-8591.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Autodesk AutoCAD 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-24-1435?

    ZDI-24-1435 has a CVSS rating that indicates a critical level of severity due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-24-1435?

    To mitigate ZDI-24-1435, ensure that your Autodesk AutoCAD installation is updated to the latest security patches provided by Autodesk.

  • What type of attacks can exploit ZDI-24-1435?

    ZDI-24-1435 can be exploited by remote attackers primarily through malicious web pages or files that require user interaction.

  • Which software is affected by ZDI-24-1435?

    ZDI-24-1435 affects various installations of Autodesk AutoCAD.

  • Is user interaction necessary to exploit ZDI-24-1435?

    Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-24-1435 as the target must visit a malicious site or open a harmful file.

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