ZDI-CAN-12691: OpenText Brava! Desktop PDF File Parsing Untrusted Pointer Dereference Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop. 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 PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied value prior to dereferencing it as a pointer. 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-CAN-12691?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-12691 is classified as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-12691?
To fix ZDI-CAN-12691, update OpenText Brava! Desktop to the latest version provided by OpenText.
What systems are affected by ZDI-CAN-12691?
ZDI-CAN-12691 affects installations of OpenText Brava! Desktop.
Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-12691?
Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What kind of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-12691?
ZDI-CAN-12691 is a remote code execution vulnerability.